Robots: News
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.