REK's October 9 Deathmatch Features Blade-Equipped Robots
The October 9 Deathmatch by REK will feature humanoid robots in combat, including blade-equipped versions. The main event pits Rektile against T-REK.
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Boston Dynamics Appoints New Leader to Drive AI and Commercialization
Boston Dynamics is set to enhance its AI and commercialization strategies with a new leader. The appointment is effective October 7.
Mecka Secures Funding to Enhance Human-Demonstration Data Collection
Mecka has raised funds from Sequoia, Nvidia, and Microsoft’s M12 to enhance its robot deployment and data collection. This funding aims to improve their human-demonstration capabilities.
DR02 Humanoid Robot Tests Traffic Reminders in Hangzhou
The DR02 humanoid robot is being tested in Hangzhou, focusing on traffic reminders and pedestrian interactions. The robot boasts all-weather protection capabilities.
Agility Robotics Announces Launch Details for Digit 5
Agility Robotics has announced the launch of its new humanoid robot, Digit 5, with a projected cost of $150,000. The company plans to produce 1,000 units annually, with general availability expected by late 2027 or early 2028.
Startup Develops Roger for Hazardous Energy and Public Safety
Minerva-Humanoids is creating a humanoid robot called Roger for hazardous energy and public safety tasks. The CEO highlights the role of human operators in its functionality.
New Large-Scale Motion Capture Dataset for Humanoid Robot Learning
A new dataset has been created to improve the learning capabilities of humanoid robots by providing extensive motion capture data. This initiative aims to bridge the existing data gap in the field.
MITRE's Future-Warfare Study to Focus on Humanoid Logistics
Johnson will contribute to MITRE's study on future warfare, focusing on humanoid robots for logistics. Project Meridian is led by Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey.
Charm Care to Invest ¥300 Million in Donut Robotics for Nursing Home Trials
Charm Care is set to invest ¥300 million in Donut Robotics to enhance nursing home care. The partnership will trial cinnamon and develop nurse-call support systems.
Meta's Humanoid Robotics Program Expands with New Engineering Role
Meta is expanding its humanoid robotics program with a new engineering role focused on hardware support and improvements. This development sheds light on the company's ongoing efforts in the robotics field.
Kaleido to Adopt Noetra's Physical AI for Patrol and Transport
Kaleido will be the first to implement Noetra's physical AI in humanoid robots. Kawasaki plans to use this technology for patrol and transport tasks, moving towards increased autonomy.
Galbot Launches ET1 Humanoid Robot Starting at 79,000 Yuan
Galbot has unveiled the ET1 humanoid robot, starting at 79,000 yuan. Enhanced versions offer more advanced features.
Panasonic Develops Humanoid Robots for Factories and Warehouses
Panasonic is initiating the development of humanoid robots for industrial use, focusing on factories and warehouses. A new R&D division will lead this effort, highlighting battery safety as a significant benefit.
Clone's Teleoperated Hand Demonstration Highlights Legacy Design
Clone has showcased its teleoperated hand, highlighting its legacy design. The company plans to release a redesigned Torso 4 in November for enterprise tasks.
UBTECH Launches Factory Tour Series Showcasing Production Robots
UBTECH Robotics has unveiled a factory-tour series featuring robots in production. The CEO highlighted a monthly capacity of 1,500 units, emphasizing the efficiency brought by humanoid robots.
CEO Melvin Schwarz Discusses New Humanoid Robot Demo
The new humanoid robot demo by CEO Melvin Schwarz highlights a blend of autonomous and teleoperated functions. It is set for factory shifts of four to six hours, indicating its practical use in industry.
Atlas Robot's New Hands Enhance Dexterity and Learning Capabilities
Atlas has upgraded its hands to enhance dexterity, now featuring 13 degrees of freedom. This improvement supports better tactile sensing and learning capabilities.
Agility Robotics and FORT-Robotics Enhance Safety Features for Digit 5
Agility Robotics and FORT-Robotics are enhancing safety features for the humanoid robot Digit 5. Their partnership includes new safety systems and communication improvements.
AstriBot Launches T1 Platform with Lumo AI for $18,000
AstriBot has launched its T1 humanoid robot platform, featuring Lumo AI models. The platform is available to US researchers and developers at a starting price of $18,000.
Former NVIDIA Researcher Joins Microagi to Enhance Robot Deployments
Microagi has appointed a former NVIDIA researcher as chief scientist to advance their Usable Robots team. The focus will be on integrating robot training with industrial applications and data collection.
HTX Launches H2RC Facility for Humanoid Robot Training
HTX has introduced a new facility focused on training humanoid robots for challenging tasks. The H2RC will prepare robots for operations in hazardous environments, including emergency and security scenarios.
XPENG CEO Discusses Humanoid Robotics Journey in New Documentary
XPENG's CEO He Xiaopeng offers a candid look at the company's struggles and strategies in humanoid robotics. He emphasizes the importance of EV intelligence in developing physical AI.
LTX-2.5 Pretrained Checkpoint Enables Video Task Execution
The LTX-2.5 pretrained checkpoint is being used by a robotics team to generate videos of tasks. This model allows for the execution of tasks as demonstrated in the videos.
XPENG Launches Automotive-Grade Assembly Line for IRON Humanoid Robot
XPENG has launched an assembly line for its IRON humanoid robot, reaching a milestone with autonomous walking. This development highlights advancements in humanoid robotics.
Unitree Robotics' G1 Humanoid Spars Autonomously in High-Speed Combat
Unitree Robotics has unveiled its G1 humanoid robot's ability to spar autonomously against a human. This innovation marks a significant step in robotic combat technology, leveraging advanced predictive modeling.
Tesla Orders Components for 5,000 Optimus Humanoid Robots
Tesla is reportedly preparing for the production of 5,000 Optimus humanoid robots, indicating a shift towards commercialization. This development has generated interest in the future of humanoid robotics.
Wandercraft Signs 12 Clients for Calvin-40 Humanoid Robot
Wandercraft has signed 12 enterprise clients for its Calvin-40 humanoid robot, enhancing its industrial reach. The clients span multiple sectors, indicating a growing interest in humanoid robotics.
Agility Robotics' Form S-4 Reveals Financials Ahead of US Listing
Agility Robotics has unveiled its financials in preparation for its first US listing, revealing a projected $1.78 million in sales for 2025. The report also highlights a substantial net loss and a concerning backlog situation.
Galbot and Tsinghua University Unveil RoboGesture for Humanoid Robots
Galbot and Tsinghua University have developed RoboGesture, a system that aligns speech with humanoid robot gestures. This innovation aims to enhance the expressiveness and functionality of humanoid robots.
Neura Robotics and SECO Collaborate on Humanoid Production
Neura Robotics and SECO are joining forces to industrialize compute modules for humanoid robots. Their partnership aims to leverage Qualcomm technology for enhanced production capabilities.
AGIBOT Unveils Multi-Robot Lineup at IFA 2026
AGIBOT presented its humanoid robots at IFA 2026 in Berlin, following the launch of its Serbian manufacturing hub. The company secured safety certifications and partnered with Tekpoint.
Tokyo Launches First 911 Service for Malfunctioning Humanoid Robots
GMO AI & Robotics has introduced a dedicated emergency service for humanoid robots in Japan. The new service, called the 'Humanoid Ambulance,' aims to provide rapid assistance for robotic malfunctions.
Dynamic Creatures Launches with Boston Dynamics Support to Create Expressive Robots
Dynamic Creatures has launched with the goal of creating expressive guest-facing robots. Backed by Boston Dynamics, the company combines AI technology with theme park collaborations.
China and US Race to Develop Combat Humanoids
An investigation uncovers China's advancements in combat humanoids, emphasizing a competitive landscape with the US. Both nations are preparing humanoid robots for military use.
LimX Dynamics Tests TRON 2 Torso on Industrial Arms for Construction
LimX Dynamics is testing a new proof-of-concept that integrates their TRON 2 humanoid torso with industrial arms. This system aims to enhance construction tasks by utilizing advanced tool intelligence in challenging environments.
CJ Logistics Integrates ROBOTIS Semi-Humanoids into E-Commerce Workflow
CJ Logistics has successfully integrated two semi-humanoid robots from ROBOTIS into its e-commerce packing workflow. This marks a shift from experimental pilots to active deployment in logistics operations.
Tuya Smart Unveils Mobile Companion Robot for Seniors at IFA 2026
Tuya Smart has launched a mobile companion robot aimed at assisting seniors. It includes fall detection and AI-driven conversation capabilities.