US company plans 100,000 humanoid robots in 4 years
US company plans 100,000 humanoid robots in 4 years

Figure AI, a robotics company based in California, revealed that it has secured its second major commercial partner, bringing the vision of humanoid robots transitioning from labs to real-world use closer than ever. CEO Brett Adcock stated that the partnership could potentially lead to the...

China's Chang'e-7 mission to send "Extremely Smart" flying robot to moon to look for water
China's Chang'e-7 mission to send "Extremely Smart" flying robot to moon to look for water

China has announced its plans to send a smart robotic flyer detector to Moons south pole in a bid to search for water. According to the South China Morning Post, Chinese space experts confirmed that the lunar mission would play a pivotal role in laying the groundwork for a future research...

‘Jeanie’, a realistic robotic puppy created to support people with dementia
‘Jeanie’, a realistic robotic puppy created to support people with dementia

While dogs are often called mans best friend, people with Alzheimers or dementia may find it hard to care for a real pet. Thats where Jeanie, a lifelike robotic puppy from Tombot, comes in. Unveiled at CES 2025, it provides companionship and love without the need for care, making it easier for...

Can AI robots take over human astronauts' roles in Space?
Can AI robots take over human astronauts' roles in Space?

On Christmas Eve, an autonomous spacecraft made history by flying closer to the Sun than any previous human-made object. NASAs Parker Solar Probe passed through the Suns atmosphere as part of its mission to learn more about the Sun and its impact on space weather near Earth. This milestone event...

Micropsi makes robots more human
Micropsi makes robots more human

Around three million robots work in factories around the world, with about a third of those in the automotive industry, according to an industry body. Now, a company called Micropsi Industries is looking to make even industrial robots closer to humans. We make a control system that allows...

South Korean team develops 'Iron Man' robot that helps paraplegics walk
South Korean team develops 'Iron Man' robot that helps paraplegics walk

South Korean researchers have made a lightweight wearable robot that can approach paraplegic users, attach itself to them, and help them walk, move around obstacles, and climb stairs, according to Reuters. The team at the Exoskeleton Laboratory of the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and...

Scientists say robots could detect human emotions through skin touch
Scientists say robots could detect human emotions through skin touch

Scientists have found that future robots may be able to understand your emotions by touching your skin. A new study in the journal IEEE Access explains that researchers used skin conductance to detect a persons feelings. Skin conductance measures how well the skin conducts electricity, which...

Anybotics secures $60M to expand autonomous industrial robots in the U.S.
Anybotics secures $60M to expand autonomous industrial robots in the U.S.

Swiss robotics company Anybotics has raised an additional $60 million to complete its Series B funding round, bringing the total to $110 million. This latest investment comes 18 months after the company initially announced the $50 million Series B, marking a significant step in its mission to...

Tesla looks to build teleoperations team for Robotaxi service
Tesla looks to build teleoperations team for Robotaxi service

As Tesla prepares to launch its robotaxi service in the coming years, the automaker seems to be expanding its teleoperations team. A recent job listing reveals that Tesla is seeking a software engineer to help develop a teleoperations system, enabling human operators to remotely access and control...

Scientists to build robots to bring dinosaurs back to life
Scientists to build robots to bring dinosaurs back to life

Scientists are exploring the use of robots to recreate animals that went extinct long ago, such as dinosaurs and marine reptiles, according to a report in Science Robotics. By copying the movements and body features of extinct animals like the Tyrannosaurus Rex, these robots could help to learn...

Mysterious robotic dog spotted outside Trump’s house!
Mysterious robotic dog spotted outside Trump’s house!

The Florida residence of newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump is guarded by a dog called Spot, which is actually a robotic dog, not a real one. The robotic dog Spot was created by the robotics firm Boston Dynamics. The dog is the latest addition to the U.S. Secret Services stock. Spot is...