1X Acquires Kind Humanoid, Boosting Humanoid Robotics Industry
1X acquires Kind Humanoid, a Norwegian robotics startup, marking a key consolidation in the humanoid robotics industry on the brink of a major moment in 2025.
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MDC Revolutionizes Minimally Invasive Surgery with MRI-Compatible Robotics
Bay Area startup MDC presents MRI-compatible robotic system for minimally invasive surgery, enabling precise biopsies and ablations.
Revolutionary Dry Adhesive Unleashes New Possibilities
Bio-inspired dry adhesive boasts ultra-strength, reusability, and residue-free detachment, opening doors to industrial automation and space exploration
MIT Unveils New Robot Training Model Inspired by Large Language Models
MIT researchers develop a new robot training method inspired by large language models, enabling robots to learn from vast amounts of data and adapt to new tasks.
Autonomous Vehicle Pioneer Karl Iagnemma Joins Vecna Robotics as CEO
Karl Iagnemma, former CEO of Motional, joins Vecna Robotics as CEO, with the startup raising $14.5 million in funding to accelerate automation technology.
Teleo Raises $16.2M to Bridge Robotics Data Gap
Teleo's $16.2M funding aims to collect vast robotics data, enabling 'ChatGPT moment' for industry
Figure Robotics Unveils Autonomous Humanoid Robot for BMW Use Case
Robotics startup Figure showcases its Figure 02 humanoid robot autonomously performing tasks at HQ for a BMW use case, highlighting its capabilities in industrial automation.
Amazon Establishes New R&D Lab in San Francisco to Focus on AI Agents
Amazon launches AGI SF Lab to develop foundational AI capabilities, with a focus on building agents that can take actions in digital and physical worlds.
Ambi Robotics Unveils AmbiStack, a Novel Pallet Packing System for Warehouse Automation
Ambi Robotics introduces AmbiStack, a innovative system that automates pallet packing, combining picking and stacking into a single workflow, reducing labor risks and increasing efficiency.