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UBS says AI is on the verge of gaining real physical autonomy through robotics. The bank recommends investors focus on companies supplying the core technologies behind humanoid robot functions. Source: businessinsider.com
Sanctuary AI is spinning off the AI software behind its Phoenix humanoid into a separate product for other robotics companies. This lets the firm monetize its control system independently of hardware sales. Source: startupfortune.com
Sanctuary AI, known for its Phoenix humanoid robot, is now offering the AI system that powers it as a standalone product. The move signals a shift toward licensing its control software to other robotics makers rather than just building complete robots. Source: forbes.com
China is investing heavily in 'embodied' AI, aiming to combine physical robots with advanced AI models to gain a global edge in robotics. The strategy reflects Beijing's broader ambition to dominate next-generation AI-powered hardware. Source: csmonitor.com
Following Tesla's lead, Chinese automakers are increasingly betting on robotics as a future source of major profits. The move signals growing overlap between the electric vehicle industry and humanoid robot development. Source: techcrunch.com
Chip maker Renesas has launched a new physical AI and robotics lab in Beijing, aiming to supply components covering up to 70% of a humanoid robot's bill of materials. The move underscores growing competition among chipmakers to power the humanoid robotics boom. Source: autonews.gasgoo.com
Robotics company Figure is investing heavily in a gig-economy style platform that pays people to produce data used to train its robots. The initiative reflects a broader industry push to solve the data bottleneck in humanoid robot development. Source: forbes.com
At a recent robot competition, a humanoid robot completed the 100-meter dash in 8.64 seconds, nearly a full second faster than Usain Bolt's human world record. The event showcased rapid progress in humanoid robot locomotion and speed. Source: reuters.com
Georgia Southern University has introduced an advanced humanoid robot within its Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing. The robot is meant to support both teaching and research activities for students. Source: griceconnect.com
At Beijing's so-called 'Robot Olympics,' a Chinese humanoid robot completed the 100-meter sprint nearly 0.2 seconds faster than Usain Bolt's world record. The event highlighted rapid advances in humanoid robot mobility and speed. Source: semafor.com
Georgia Southern University has brought a state-of-the-art humanoid robot into its Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing. The robot is meant to enrich hands-on learning and support new research projects for students. Source: griceconnect.com
Galbot humanoid robots faced off against human players in what is described as the world's first autonomous humanoid tennis match, sustaining more than 100 consecutive rallies. The demonstration marks a new milestone for AI-driven robotics in sports. Source: prnewswire.com
Unitree's chief executive says a true breakthrough in humanoid robots may still be roughly 10 years away, pointing to unresolved challenges in AI adaptability. This tempers broader industry optimism that progress will come much sooner. Source: chosun.com
Companies developing humanoid robots are betting on real-world work videos to teach machines everyday tasks. This training approach aims to bridge the gap between flashy demos and robots that can reliably function in homes and workplaces. Source: reason.com
Companies developing humanoid robot assistants face the challenge of teaching them real-world tasks. To train the new generation of machines, developers are turning to footage of people performing everyday work. Source: reason.com
According to Unitree's founder, humanoid robots may reach a breakthrough moment in two to three years — comparable to ChatGPT's impact on language AI. That milestone would mean a robot could be placed in an unfamiliar setting, such as a home, and reliably complete about 80 percent of tasks. Source: globaltimes.cn
Humanoid robots are still far from widespread use, but Unitree's CEO believes a key AI breakthrough for the sector could arrive within two to three years. Source: jpost.com
As part of their expanded partnership, LG and Nvidia plan to release a humanoid robot in 2027. The project reflects the companies' broader push to move Physical AI from research concepts into real-world applications. Source: aibusiness.com
LG Electronics and Nvidia are reportedly holding private talks on a partnership in robotics and physical AI. LG is developing a bipedal humanoid robot, reportedly built using Nvidia's technology. Source: en.bloomingbit.io
LG and Nvidia signed a memorandum of understanding on August 13 to jointly develop LG's first bipedal humanoid robot. Nvidia will provide the AI-powered brain for the robot, while LG contributes its actuator and battery technology. Source: startupfortune.com