Robots are moving from factory cages into warehouses, streets and homes. Track the hardware, funding and deployment news driving the embodied AI wave.
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NVIDIA examines how World Action Models can help robot manipulation policies generalize beyond their training demonstrations. Instead of merely imitating actions, these models aim to capture task-level physics and adapt to changes in object shape, position, and lighting.
NVIDIA Developer Blog · 45d ago
Chinese robot maker AI² Robotics is reportedly considering an initial public offering in Hong Kong. The potential listing would seek to capitalize on investor interest in the rapidly growing robotics sector.
Bloomberg Technology · 46d ago
自变量推出 HOST 技术，主打让机器人通过观看短视频学习新的操作技能。该概念将机器人家务训练从人工示范与专门编程，推进到更类似消费内容学习的模式。
Ifanr (爱范儿) · 47d ago
E-Vite Aviation has completed a Series A+ funding round to advance its 2-ton class eVTOL, the ET9. The company focuses on a self-developed 800V electric propulsion system and follows a rigorous civil aviation system engineering approach.
36氪 · 47d ago
Couwa Robotics' Chief Scientist Yang Xue discusses the transition of embodied AI from lab demos to real-world deployment. The focus is on reducing task completion time variance and improving error recovery in complex urban environments.
虎嗅 · 47d ago
Shanghai-based robotics firm AgiBot is moving toward a Hong Kong IPO, having appointed Citic Securities, CICC, and Morgan Stanley as sponsors. The company recently restructured into a joint-stock limited firm to facilitate the public listing process.
SCMP Technology · 59d ago
BrainCo showcased a new BCI platform that translates neural signals from an EEG headset into physical commands for robots. The system supports various hardware including humanoid robots, robotic arms, and robot dogs.
TechNode · 60d ago
Pudu Robotics introduced its 'One Brain, Many Forms' strategy at WAIC, centering on the integration of PuduFM and PuduAgent. This approach aims to standardize the AI brain across various robotic hardware platforms to scale deployment.
量子位 · 62d ago
At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC), new robotics solutions were showcased that move beyond simple demos to demonstrate real-world task execution. These robots highlight the industry's shift toward embodied AI that can perform actual work.
量子位 · 62d ago
Collaborative robot manufacturer Dobot (2432.HK) is facing a significant equity dispute involving a co-founder just days before its A-share IPO review. The conflict centers on a 47% discrepancy in employee shareholding platform ownership, potentially impacting its market debut.
虎嗅 · 63d ago
A breakthrough technology enables drones to transmit AI tokens directly via satellite communication. This innovation was recognized with the top award at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC).
量子位 · 63d ago
Unitree (宇泛智能) debuted its new 'Lingmao' robot dog at the WAIC event, showcasing its ability to perform continuous 720-degree backflips. This marks a significant advancement in the agility and motion control capabilities of quadrupedal robots.
量子位 · 63d ago
Foundation Future Industries, a robotics firm advised by Eric Trump, is actively exploring the development of humanoid robots for military and 'kinetic' applications. The company is positioning its technology to move beyond industrial use cases into defense sectors.
Wired AI · 64d ago
The 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) features over 100 chip companies and 64 consumer AI products. The event highlights the shift of AI into the industrial era with a focus on supernode clusters and humanoid robots.
Pandaily · 64d ago
Xona is planning to deploy a constellation of 258 satellites in low-Earth orbit to provide a high-precision alternative to traditional GPS. This initiative aims to improve navigation accuracy and reliability for autonomous systems and robotics.
Ars Technica · 65d ago
LimX Dynamics has released a new demo showcasing the capabilities of their humanoid robot. The release highlights the competitive landscape in embodied AI, drawing a reaction from Figure AI.
量子位 · 65d ago
The US Air Force, in collaboration with Anduril Industries, successfully conducted the first live-fire missile test using the YFQ-44A 'Loyal Wingman' drone. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 65d ago
NVIDIA has introduced two new mass-production modules, Jetson T3000 and T2000, to the Jetson AGX Thor series. These models are designed to optimize power consumption and memory usage for embedded AI applications.
ITmedia AI+ (日本) · 65d ago
Boston Dynamics is testing its quadruped robot, Spot, for last-mile delivery tasks. The robot is designed to ride in delivery vans and autonomously navigate from the vehicle to the customer's doorstep.
The Next Web (TNW) · 65d ago
A researcher seeks critical perspectives on JEPA-like models, questioning their superiority over existing LLM and RL paradigms in robot learning. The discussion aims to identify potential red flags and limitations in LeCun's proposed architecture compared to other world model approaches.
Reddit r/MachineLearning · 65d ago
The first Yangcheng Lake Peninsula AI Carnival showcased various AI applications in sports, healthcare, and retail. The event aims to bridge the gap between AI development and real-world user feedback in a high-traffic tourism environment.
36氪 · 66d ago
Advanced military-grade equipment, including powered pontoon bridges, heavy-lift UAVs, and SAR-equipped satellites, significantly improved rescue efficiency during the Guangxi floods. These technologies provided critical logistics, communication, and reconnaissance capabilities.
虎嗅 · 66d ago
Xiaomi has significantly improved its humanoid robot's performance in automotive factory settings. The robot's success rate for self-tapping nut loading tasks has increased to 98%, nearly matching human efficiency.
TechNode · 66d ago
Xiaomi's humanoid robot has been undergoing a four-month internship at their automotive factory. It is currently reported to be at 99% readiness for full-time deployment.
Ifanr (爱范儿) · 66d ago
Boston Dynamics is testing a new conveyor belt attachment for its Spot robot. This innovation aims to automate parcel loading and delivery, reducing physical strain on logistics workers.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 66d ago
Boston Dynamics is testing a new conveyor belt accessory for its Spot quadruped robot to automate package delivery from vehicles to doorsteps. This initiative aims to solve the 'last-mile' problem by leveraging the robot's ability to navigate stairs and complex terrain.
The Verge · 66d ago
Underwater robotics is gaining traction, but there are significant debates regarding capital allocation and market direction. The article explores the shifting investment landscape in this specialized field.
钛媒体 · 67d ago
Northeast China’s state-backed general partners are increasing investments in semiconductors, robotics, aerospace, new materials, and biotechnology. Five representative funds have made more than 50 investments since 2026, prioritizing local technology transfer while selectively attracting projects and industrial capacity from other regions.
虎嗅 · 10d ago
Excelland Robotics deploys robots for practical tasks such as hotel deliveries, campus transport, elevator navigation, and underground-car-park cleaning. The article highlights how autonomous machines operate in real-world commercial environments with minimal public attention.
TechNode · 10d ago
EcoPro plans to join South Korean battery-materials companies targeting the humanoid robotics market. The sector expects lighter and more powerful batteries for robots to create a growth opportunity beyond electric vehicles.
Bloomberg Technology · 11d ago