Robots: News
Scientists turn real bee into cyborg using a brain controller
A team of scientists from the Beijing Institute of Technology, China, has developed a groundbreaking "cyborg bee" by attaching a brain controller to a live honeybee.
This Chinese robot dog is faster than Boston Dynamics' WildCat
Shanghai-based start-up Mirror Me has created one of the fastest four-legged robots in the world, beating the WildCat model designed by market leader Boston Dynamics in some tests.
This robot can cook steak from 1,800km away using VR
In a groundbreaking demonstration of remote control technology, Chinese company Shenzhen Dobot has successfully used its humanoid robot, Dobot Atom, to cook a steak from 1,800km away.
Amazon just deployed its one‑millionth robot
Amazon has announced a major milestone in its automation journey, with the deployment of its one millionth robot.
China's AI robots just played football without any human support
China has made history by hosting the world's first-ever fully autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) robot football match.
Watch: Humanoid robots play football match in China
A group of humanoid robots took to the field yesterday for a football match in Beijing.
This robotic arm can lift heavy payload at record speed
Shenzhen Dobot, a Chinese robotics company, has unveiled its latest innovation in the field of automation.
This four-legged AI robot plays badminton with real people
A team of scientists from ETH Zurich has developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robot that can play badminton.
This place uses robot pets to care for dementia patients
A care home in East London is using innovative technology like robot pets to improve the lives of its dementia patients.
These open-source Chinese AI models can power humanoid robots
The Beijing Academy of Artificial Intelligence (BAAI), a non-profit research lab in China, has launched a series of open-source artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Why Tesla's chief of Optimus humanoid robot program has quit
Milan Kovac, the chief of Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot program, has announced his departure from the company.
Hugging Face unveils two humanoid robots: HopeJR and Reachy Mini
Hugging Face, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) development platform, has unveiled two new humanoid robots.
Watch: Robots fight like humans in historic boxing match
In a historic first, a humanoid robot from China has won the world's first-ever robot boxing match.
Meet Nurabot, Foxconn's AI robot nurse already treating patients
Taiwan is leading the way in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with hospitals now deploying AI-powered robots to address a worldwide nursing shortage.
This robot can assist elderly people with daily tasks
Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have come up with a robot to aid the elderly.
Huawei will soon bring humanoid robots to your home
Huawei Technologies, one of the top Chinese tech giants, has entered into a strategic partnership with UBTech Robotics.
DRDO is developing a humanoid robot for frontline military missions
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is working on a humanoid robot for frontline military operations.
This robot-run restaurant serves your burger in just 27 seconds!
In a groundbreaking development, a new fast food restaurant named Burgerbots has opened in Silicon Valley, California.
Amazon's latest robot can identify objects by touching them
Amazon has unveiled Vulcan, a robot with touch-sensing technology. The company calls it a "fundamental leap forward in robotics."
The world's smallest, lightest wireless robot is capable of shape-shifting
In a major development, a team of Chinese researchers has created the world's smallest and lightest wireless robot.
This robot vacuum cleaner can play with pets, water plants
Researchers from the University of Bath, UK have reprogrammed a robot vacuum cleaner, proving it can do more than just clean.
World's largest adrenal tumor removed using robots in Delhi
New Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital has created a new milestone in robotic surgery by removing the world's largest adrenal tumor.
Why Tesla might delay production of its Optimus humanoid robot
Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, has been hit by China's recent restrictions on rare earth exports. The move is part of an escalating trade dispute between Beijing and Washington.
China's humanoid robots challenge humans in half-marathon for first time
In a historic first, humanoid robots have run a half-marathon, competing alongside human runners.
World's first humanoid robot boxing match is happening next month
Chinese robotics firm Unitree has announced plans to livestream the world's first-ever boxing match between two humanoid robots.
This e-skin lets robots 'feel' magnetically, offers humans touchless interaction
A team of scientists at a research lab in Germany has developed an innovative electronic skin (e-skin) that can detect and track magnetic fields.
US, Chinese start-ups dominate robotics funding, secure 75% of investments
According to a recent study by GlobalData, US and Chinese robotics start-ups have together drawn 75% of all venture capital investments in the field over the last six years.
These robots use AI to survey and secure India's borders
In a pioneering initiative, Da Spatio Rhobotique Laboratory (DSRL), a start-up incubated at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati, has developed advanced robots to keep a watch on India's borders.
NVIDIA just built a brain for robots—Groot N1 model explained
NVIDIA has unveiled its latest AI foundation model, Groot N1, for humanoid robotics. The announcement was made at the company's GTC 2025 event in San Jose.
This robot can perform continuous backflips without failing
Beijing-based NOETIX Robotics has unveiled its latest innovation - the NOETIX N2 - a humanoid robot that can perform continuous backflips with remarkable precision.
Beijing to host world's 1st humanoid robot marathon—What we know
China is gearing up to host the world's first-ever robot half-marathon in Beijing on April 13.
Google's new AI lets robots perform tasks without prior training
Google DeepMind has unveiled two groundbreaking AI models, Gemini Robotics and Gemini Robotics-ER, to improve robots' physical capabilities.
This robot can create its own components like a spider
In a major breakthrough, a team of researchers at the Institute of Technology, University of Tartu in Estonia, has unveiled a revolutionary robotic prototype.
Pune-based company developing humanoid robots to explore Moon, Mars
Pune-based Muks Robotics, founded by Dr. Mukesh Bangar, is leading the way in creating cutting-edge robots for planetary exploration.
This AI-driven humanoid robot can assist in elderly care
Japan is now testing a humanoid robot, called AIREC (AI-driven Robot for Embrace and Care), to assist in elderly care.
US researchers develop robots that can change shape, state
In a major breakthrough, a team of researchers led by Matthew Devlin from UC Santa Barbara has developed small robots that can work in unison to change their shape and transition between solid and fluid-like states.
AIIMS Delhi is now performing surgeries using a robot
In a major leap in medical technology, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi has installed a state-of-the-art surgical robot.
After Musk's Tesla, Meta to develop AI-driven humanoid robots
Meta is planning to create a new division in its Reality Labs unit to develop AI-powered humanoid robots to help with physical tasks, as per an internal company memo obtained by Reuters.
'Superhuman' vision: This tech lets robots see through thick smoke
A team of researchers at the University of Pennsylvania, led by Professor Mingmin Zhao, is working on a revolutionary radio-based sensing system for robots.
Google-backed robotics start-up raises $350M to rival Tesla's Optimus
Apptronik, a leading start-up in the humanoid robot industry, has successfully raised $350 million in a Series A funding round.
Meet ELEGNT: Apple's robotic lamp that can dance, express emotions
Apple's research team has unveiled a prototype of a robotic lamp called ELEGNT.
Want to work on Optimus robot? Tesla is now hiring
Elon Musk's Tesla is ramping up its hiring efforts for mass production of its Optimus humanoid robot, aka the Tesla Bot.
This 3D-printed robot arm can lift 260 times its weight
In a major breakthrough in robotics, the University of Science and Technology of China has developed an octopus-inspired robotic arm, called SpiRobs.
World's first human-robot marathon is happening in this country
China is all set to make history by hosting the world's first human-robot marathon. The landmark event will be held in Beijing's Daxing district, this April.
This humanoid robot can climb stairs, walk faster than you
Chinese tech firm Pudu Robotics has unveiled its latest innovation - the D9 humanoid robot.
Meet Aria: $175,000 humanoid robot that can be your partner
Tech firm Realbotix has unveiled a humanoid robot called Aria at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
OpenAI's new job postings hint at its robotics ambitions
OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research lab, is hinting at its future plans for the company's revived robotics division.
#CES2025: This robotic swimming pool cleaner holds a Guinness record
Tech firm iGarden has unveiled its latest innovation, the TurboX Master robotic pool cleaner, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
Samsung's Ballie AI robot is finally releasing this year
Samsung's artificial intelligence (AI)-powered companion robot, Ballie, will be making its debut in the US market later this year.
This robot vacuum cleaner has an arm to grab objects
Roborock, one of the top Chinese makers of household cleaning appliances, has unveiled its latest offering in the robotic vacuum segment at CES 2025.
This small robocat blows on your food to cool it
Tokyo-based Yukai Engineering has unveiled its latest creation at CES 2025 - Nekojita FuFu.
Meet 'Mirumi,' furry companion bot that mimicks a shy baby
Japanese start-up Yukai Engineering, famous for its innovative robotic creations, has unveiled a new companion bot - Mirumi at CES 2025.
NVIDIA to launch compact computers for humanoid robots in 2025
NVIDIA, the leading name in the chipmaking industry, is poised to make major strides in the robotics sector in the first half of 2025.
OpenAI plans to build humanoid robots powered by ChatGPT
OpenAI, the leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, is planning to develop humanoid robots, according to The Information.
Watch: Boston Dynamics's Atlas robot performs backflip in Santa suit
Leading robotics company Boston Dynamics has released a video of its advanced Atlas robot executing a perfect backflip in a Santa suit.
Harvard researchers develop vodka-powered robots for industrial use
Harvard University researchers have created tiny robots that use surface tension to do work.
Honda's 12-inch AI robot Haru can communicate with facial expressions
Honda has unveiled a new AI-powered robot, Haru, to offer support and companionship to children stuck in hospitals for long periods.
This game-changing tool allows robots to learn from each other
A team of researchers at UC Berkeley in the US has developed an innovative tool called RoVi-Aug.
Figure's humanoid robot achieves 400% speed boost at BMW plant
Figure AI, a robotics company, and German car manufacturer BMW have announced major upgrades in the capabilities of the Figure 02 humanoid robot.
This AI-powered robot can play drums at superhuman speeds
Researchers at the University of Oslo have developed an innovative robot, ZRob, that can play drums at a speed beyond human capabilities.
US military testing AI-powered machine guns to take down drones
The US Army is looking at a revolutionary way to combat the growing menace of drone attacks, WIRED reported.
This ultra-creepy robot torso can mimic your actions
Polish firm, Clone Robotics, has unveiled its latest innovation: a humanoid torso that can mimic human movements.
This skin-soft, steel-strong robotic arm can lift 1,000x its weight
In a major breakthrough in material science, a team of researchers from the Ulsan National Institute of Science & Technology (UNIST) in South Korea, has developed an innovative magnetic composite artificial muscle.
Robotic dog now part of Trump's security detail at Mar-a-Lago
After winning the 2024 US presidential election, Donald Trump has stepped up his personal security.
NVIDIA aims to bring 'physical AI' in hospitals through robots
NVIDIA, one of the biggest tech giants, is making big moves in the healthcare industry by bringing artificial intelligence (AI) into the very fabric of hospital operations.
MIT's AI-inspired approach lets robots learn faster
Researchers at MIT have unveiled a novel approach to training robots, inspired by the success of large language models (LLMs).
Meta developing robot capable of sensing your touch
Meta has announced a partnership with sensor firm GelSight and South Korean robotics company Wonik Robotics.
Musk predicts humanoid robots could make Tesla $25 TRILLION company
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has made a bold prediction about the future of his company.
Musk warns there's still 10-20% chance of AI turning dangerous
Elon Musk, the visionary behind SpaceX and Tesla, has long been worried about the risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI).
Japanese inventor creates robotic clone of himself, featuring similar expressions
Japanese inventor Hiroshi Ishiguro has successfully created six robotic clones of himself in the last 18 years.
This robotic exoskeleton fits autonomously, lets wheelchair users walk independently
Scientists at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have developed a revolutionary wearable robot, dubbed WalkON Suit F1.
This AI robot's artwork could sell for $180,000 at auction
In a historic first, renowned auction house Sotheby's will sell its first artwork created by an artificial intelligence (AI) humanoid robot.
China's STAR1 humanoid robot sets running speed record at 13km/h
China's latest humanoid robot, STAR1, has broken a new speed record by running at over 12.87km/h (3.6 meters per second). The achievement makes it the fastest bipedal robot to date.
Boston Dynamics is supercharging Atlas humanoid robot with AI skills
Boston Dynamics and the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) have announced a joint project to bring AI-based robotic intelligence to the electric Atlas humanoid robot.
Hackers hijack Ecovacs robotic vacuums to harass pets and owners
Earlier this year, hackers targeted Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni robotic vacuums in a number of US cities.