Category: Robots
Humanoid robot Ai-Da makes history with ‘architectural debut’
The world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist, Ai-Da, has made history by becoming the first non-human to design a residential home for, er, those living on the moon. Now on […]
XPENG’s humanoid robot IRON challenges Tesla’s lead
Chinese EV giant XPENG has sent shockwaves through the robotics world with the reveal of its next-generation humanoid. A highly anthropomorphic machine designed to move and interact with remarkable human […]
UK falling behind global leaders in robotics and AI, Make UK warns
A new report from Make UK warns that the UK is falling dangerously behind global competitors in robotics and AI adoption, a trend that could cost the economy billions if […]
China opens first robot shop, selling everything from butlers to Albert Einstein replicas
In a move highlighting China’s significant investment in artificial intelligence and robotics, a new four-storey robot shop has opened in Beijing. Offering a diverse range of mechanical companions and service […]
RSPCA launches “Big Conversation” on Animal Welfare in the Age of AI
The RSPCA has a new initiative called “Animal Futures: The Big Conversation” to explore the future of animal welfare in a society increasingly shaped by technology. This initiative comes amid […]
Ascento announces £4.3million funding for security robots
Robotics startup Ascento has announced a funding round ($4.3m pre-seed round) for its range of autonomous security patrolling robots. Ascento is developing advanced robotic systems that are popularly known for […]
Hyundai launches robots for hotel room service
South Korean car manufacturer Hyundai has started two pilot delivery service programs using autonomous robots at a hotel and a residential-commercial complex located in the outskirts of Seoul. Based on […]
Self charging EVs and public transport to space top mobility wish list of today’s kids
Self-charging electric cars and public transport to space top the future mobility wish list of today’s youngsters. Over seven in 10 children aged 6-10 (72 per cent) said self-charging electric […]
Ford develops robot EV charging station
Ford has developed a prototype robot charging station that drivers operate via their smartphone from inside their electric vehicle. The technology could enable disabled drivers to stay in the car […]
British Army fights back against robots with latest recruitment campaign
The British Army is fighting back against the influence of robots in the workforce despite new research showing that a third of Brits (30%) think it may eventually employ more […]
