Colin Angle, the inventor of the popular Roomba vacuum, is venturing into a new area of home robotics. This time, he’s creating lifelike, AI-powered furry companions designed to stay in your house. These robots, called “Familiars,” aim to offer emotional connection rather than just perform tasks. Familiar Robots: The Next Step in Home Companions Unlike
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Swapping out a robot arm used to be a complicated process. Each new model needed a full setup, which could take a lot of time. But now, a team of researchers has created a new system that makes switching robotic arms as simple as changing your smartphone. This innovation could save time and make robots
A new breakthrough in sports robotics has emerged as Sony AI unveils a humanoid robot that can compete with and beat top professional table tennis players. The robot, named Ace, has demonstrated its skills in official matches, showing that artificial intelligence can perform in fast-paced, real-world sports environments. This development marks a significant step forward
Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, is experimenting with an AI-powered version of himself. This virtual CEO is being trained to mimic his behaviors and opinions on company strategy. The goal is to make leadership more accessible to employees and reduce the time Zuckerberg spends on routine tasks. The Rise of Virtual CEOs Zuckerberg’s AI
Cadence Design Systems has announced major new collaborations focused on artificial intelligence and robotics. These partnerships aim to enhance how systems are designed, simulated, and deployed, especially in the semiconductor and robotics industries. The company revealed these updates at its recent CadenceLIVE event, highlighting its commitment to integrating AI with advanced simulation tools. Strengthening Ties
A new partnership is bringing advanced drone technology to big farms. Singapore-based DroneDash Technologies and GEODNET have joined forces to create GEODASH Aerosystems, a drone designed specifically for large industrial farms. This drone aims to make crop spraying faster, more accurate, and easier to manage without constant pre-mapping or manual adjustments. Revolutionizing Farm Spraying with
Hyundai Motor Group is shifting gears to become more than just a car maker. The company is now investing heavily in robotics and physical AI systems. These are machines that can move, respond, and work in the real world, especially in factories and industrial settings. Hyundai envisions a future where robots and humans work side
Sapient Perception ApS, a Danish startup, has secured €2 million in pre-seed funding to expand its AI sensor systems for drones. The company aims to solve a common problem faced by drone operators: the inability of a single camera to cover large areas while capturing fine details at the same time. This challenge has limited
Security companies are stepping into a new era with a partnership that combines AI technology and physical robots. Thrive Logic, an AI-driven security platform, has teamed up with Asylon, a company that builds security robots. Together, they’re creating a system that uses autonomous robots and smart AI to monitor and protect high-security outdoor areas. This
In 2026, more than 50,000 tech workers have lost their jobs, largely because of artificial intelligence. But this isn’t about robots taking over workplaces in a sci-fi way. Instead, AI has quietly assumed many responsibilities that humans used to do. Companies are using AI tools to streamline operations and cut costs, leading to widespread layoffs
