Robots: News
Robots join India Army's firefighting force at ammunition depots
The Indian Army is all set to revolutionize its firefighting capabilities with the induction of 18 indigenously developed Fire Fighting Robots (FF BOTs).
This ocean robot can withstand a Category 5 hurricane
Anahita Laverack, who initially aimed to become an aerospace engineer, has made significant advancements in ocean data collection with her company Oshen.
CES 2026: Meet the weirdest robots that stole the show
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has long been a platform for groundbreaking tech, and this year's event was no different.
Chip designer Arm enters robotics with new 'Physical AI' division
Chip technology giant Arm Holdings has announced the formation of a new unit, Physical AI, as part of its restructuring efforts. The move is aimed at bolstering its presence in the robotics sector.
Lovense's AI 'companion doll' can talk with you, mimic emotions
Lovense has unveiled a new "companion doll" at CES 2026, a life-sized sex doll with advanced artificial intelligence capabilities.
This stylish robo vacuum cleaner can climb the stairs
Chinese appliance maker Dreame has unveiled a prototype of its latest robotic vacuum cleaner at CES 2026.
CES 2026: This robotic puppy can comfort anxiety, dementia patients
At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Tombot unveiled Jennie, a lifelike robotic puppy.
Meet GENE.01, the robot that can actually feel touch
At CES 2026, Italian robotics firm Generative Bionics unveiled its first humanoid robot concept, GENE.01.
Forget Labubu! This tiny 'happiness robot' is 2026's new obsession
Meet Mirumi, a cute and furry robot from Japan that is taking the internet by storm.
This robotic vacuum cleaner has a self-emptying docking station
Eureka has unveiled its latest budget-friendly robotic vacuum cleaner, the E10 Evo Plus, at CES 2026.
LG's new CLOiD robot can do your household chores
LG is gearing up to unveil a new home robot, the CLOiD. The innovative machine will make its debut at CES next month.
Worrying: Robots can be taken over with just 1 word
A security vulnerability has been discovered in humanoid robots, which could allow malicious actors to take control of an entire army of these machines with a single word.
Delhi-based Milagrow launches humanoid robots starting at ₹4.9L
Milagrow, a leading Indian robotics company, has launched three new humanoid robots in the country.
Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy amid mounting losses
iRobot, the company behind the popular Roomba vacuum cleaner, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the District of Delaware.
Scientists build sub-1mm robot that can 'sense, think and act'
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan have developed an ultra-tiny robot, smaller than a grain of salt.
IShowSpeed sued for allegedly punching, choking humanoid influencer Rizzbot
Popular streamer Darren Watkins Jr., aka IShowSpeed, has been sued by the creators of Rizzbot, a popular humanoid influencer.
Robot dogs wearing Musk, Zuckerberg faces steal Miami art show
A pack of robotic dogs with hyperrealistic silicone faces of tech billionaires (including Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg) and famous artists are on display at Art Basel in Miami.
AI, robotics will make work optional in 10-20 years: Musk
Elon Musk, the billionaire tech entrepreneur, has predicted that work could become optional in the next 10-20 years.
'Robo-grandma' dolls are offering comfort to South Korea's lonely elderly
South Korea is facing a major mental health crisis among its elderly population, with around 10 seniors dying by suicide every day.
China to deploy humanoid robots at border crossings
UBTech Robotics, a leading Chinese robotics company, has bagged a $37 million contract to deploy humanoid robots at border crossings.
Chinese humanoid robot sets Guinness World Record for longest walk
A Chinese humanoid robot, AgiBot A2, has made it to the Guinness World Records by completing a three-day-long trek of 100km. The feat marks the longest distance ever covered by a humanoid machine.
Xiaomi open-sources AI model for autonomous driving and robotics
Xiaomi has open-sourced a groundbreaking foundation model called MiMo-Embodied.
Shanghai plans 'AI dining' revolution with robot chefs, smart kitchens
Shanghai, China's premier city, is gearing up for a major transformation in the dining sector.
India's deeptech sector might surge to $30B by 2030
India's deeptech sector is set to grow into a $30 billion industry by 2030, according to a report by Redseer Strategy Consultants.
Are AI models perfect enough to run robots yet?
In a groundbreaking experiment, Andon Labs has successfully integrated several state-of-the-art large language models (LLMs) into a vacuum robot.
This robot looks like jellyfish and can work underwater
Chinese scientists have unveiled an innovative "ghost" drone that resembles a jellyfish and is capable of conducting covert underwater missions.
Elon Musk wants strong influence over Tesla's robot army
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has expressed his desire for a strong influence over the company's ambitious "Optimus" robot project.
Amazon plans to replace 600,000 US workers with robots
Amazon is planning to replace over 600,000 US workers with robots by 2027, internal documents reveal.
Amazon might replace 600,000 US employees with robots by 2033
Amazon is planning to automate a significant portion of its operations in the United States, as per The New York Times.
Chinese homes might have robot companions by 2035
China's "AI+" initiative, launched in August, is more than just an economic stimulus. The plan is a decade-long national strategy aimed at ushering China into an era of "intelligent civilization."
China adds 295,000 industrial robots to tackle demographic challenges
China's manufacturing industry has defied concerns over its shrinking population by adding 295,000 new industrial robots in 2024.
Watch: Tesla's Optimus robot can now do Kung Fu
Elon Musk has released a new video showcasing the prowess of Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot.
This humanoid robot head can mimic your expressions, subtle movements
AheadForm, a robotics company from China, has unveiled an ultra-realistic humanoid robot head.
Famed roboticist thinks spending billions on humanoids is a waste
Rodney Brooks, a leading roboticist and co-founder of iRobot, has warned investors pouring billions into humanoid robot start-ups.
China now has more factory robots than other countries combined
China has become the world's leading hub for industrial robots, with over two million machines working in its factories.
Google launches AI model that helps robots think before acting
Google DeepMind has unveiled its first "thinking" AI models for robots under the Gemini Robotics project.
This baseball league will use robot umpires from next season
Major League Baseball (MLB) has announced that it will start using robot umpires from the 2026 season.
Humanoid robotics start-up Figure raises $1B at a $39B valuation
Figure, a San Jose-based humanoid robotics start-up, has raised over $1 billion in its latest funding round.
Chinese scientists have found new way for targeted drug delivery
A team of scientists from China and the US has developed a novel way to launch tiny robots. The method uses the energy released by collapsing bubbles.
What 'Futurama' teaches about innovation and tech
Futurama, the animated series, presents a hilarious yet eye-opening take on futuristic problem-solving.
This AI-powered robot can turn your kitchen waste into soil
Bengaluru, India's tech capital, has been plagued by waste management issues for years. However, a new AI-powered robot called "Chewie" is here to change the game.
Meet Xiao He, a humanoid robot assisting journalists at SCO-Summit
Tianjin is preparing to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China.
Watch: Boston Dynamics' Spot robot can now do backflips
Boston Dynamics has once again wowed us with its innovative Spot robot, a four-legged machine that resembles a dog.
World's first robot Olympics ends. Are humanoids ready for mainstream?
The recent "robot Olympics" in Beijing, officially known as the World Humanoid Robot Games, showcased over 500 robots from 16 countries competing in 26 events.
Robots might soon give birth to human babies. Say what!
The world's first humanoid robot surrogate could soon give birth to a live baby, scientists have claimed.
Humanoids compete in football, athletics at China's first 'robot Olympics'
China has kicked off its three-day sports event for humanoid robots, the World Humanoid Robot Games.
Beijing to host first-ever World Humanoid Robot Games tomorrow
Beijing is set to host the inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games, starting August 15.
A robot in China is now pursuing PhD. Say what!
China's first humanoid robot, Xueba 01, has been accepted into a PhD program in drama and film studies at Shanghai Theatre Academy (STA), one of China's leading arts institutions.