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Agility Robotics’ latest S-4 filing highlights the immense capital intensity of the humanoid sector, reporting $1.8 million in revenue against a $140 million operating loss.
AGIBOT, maker of the AgiBot A2 and AGIBOT X2, has released its WORLD 2026 dataset, comprising 11,430 robot trajectories to advance reinforcement learning for complex humanoid movements.
The latest industry data from August 2026 confirms a shift toward scaling physical AI models, with significant funding and technical milestones across the humanoid landscape.
The 2026 RoboCup tournament achieved a significant milestone by hosting the first 11-vs-11 soccer match played entirely by humanoid robots.
A San Francisco startup is entering the burgeoning household humanoid market with the Nori-A3, promising a price point under $1,700 and pre-orders for a machine designed to assist with home chores. This aggressive pricing aims to make humanoid robots more accessible for everyday
As manufacturers push machines like the Unitree G1 to perform extreme athletic feats, roboticists are questioning whether superhuman capabilities actually solve real-world problems.
New research into universal manipulation interfaces is changing how developers train humanoid robots like the Generalist platform to perform complex physical tasks.
Manufacturers are targeting a 30% weight reduction in humanoid robot joints by replacing traditional metal components with high-performance plastics.
Chinese researchers have unveiled a novel electric-field sensor enabling robots to identify and interact with objects without physical touch, a significant leap for autonomous manipulation.
Deep Robotics has showcased its DR02 humanoid robot successfully traversing outdoor concrete stairs and rough terrain, demonstrating enhanced mobility crucial for practical deployment in unstructured environments.
Boston Dynamics has demonstrated autonomous battery swapping for its latest Atlas humanoid, signaling a shift toward true 24/7 operational readiness in industrial settings.
Chinese robotics maker Dobot, known for its industrial arms and the Dobot Atom delta robot, has entered the humanoid race with LUMO, an all-terrain biped designed for outdoor environments.
Unitree Robotics' impending IPO, valuing the company at US$9 billion, reflects growing investor belief in the embodied AI sector and its potential to scale consumer-focused humanoid robots like the Unitree H1.
The latest demonstration of the Figure 03 highlights advancements in autonomous navigation, moving beyond controlled environments toward complex real-world household tasks.
A Qualcomm-powered humanoid robot unexpectedly faltered during a live presentation, underscoring the gap between polished promotional videos and the current state of real-world robotic performance. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges in achieving robust, reliable bipe
The FCC's recent decision to restrict the import of certain foreign humanoid and mobile robots into the U.S. signals a significant shift, impacting market competition and the array of machines available to the public.
A new robotic fingertip sensor mimics human touch by detecting fine surface details and color, enhancing manipulation capabilities for humanoid robots.
The US government’s new import restrictions target advanced robotic devices from China, including Unitree’s humanoid and bipedal robots, signaling a major shift in supply chains and competitive dynamics.
Advances in integrated actuators are improving humanoid robot joint performance, enabling more compact, efficient, and responsive designs critical for real-world deployments.
Several US airlines have moved to prohibit humanoid robots on commercial flights, reflecting rising safety and regulatory challenges for robot deployment in public spaces.
The textile sector is set to integrate 2,000 humanoid robots, advancing automation with faster, leaner manufacturing processes.
A new video showcases an Italian humanoid robot coming to life, demonstrating advances in bipedal locomotion and physical AI that matter for enterprise deployment.
Cornell Tech researchers demonstrate optical receivers enabling real-time AI updates in robots, a step toward dynamic, adaptable humanoid systems.
ATOMS, led by Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick, secured $1.7 billion to develop physical automation aimed at transforming industrial robotics.
Tesla is training its Optimus humanoid robot using data from real employees at its Gigafactory, aiming to enhance its capabilities for practical home and workplace assistance.
Vicarious Surgical, a company focused on robotic surgery systems that blend humanoid manipulation and medical robotics, is shutting down after raising $300 million, underscoring the funding and deployment hurdles in advanced humanoid robotics sectors.
A humanoid robot has demonstrated the ability to learn diverse tasks such as bowling and folding towels autonomously, showcasing advances in adaptive robotics.
Humanoid, a U.K. startup focused on AI-powered industrial humanoid robots, secured $152 million in Series A funding to expand its commercial deployments amid a $1.35 billion valuation.
Unitree's new UnifoLM-OminiA-0.3 AI model aims to boost humanoid robots' thinking, movement, and assistance functions, advancing practical deployment potential.
Generative Bionics launched its Gene.01 humanoid robot featuring comprehensive tactile sensing, enhancing responsiveness to human presence and potential workplace safety.
AGIBOT revealed four new embodied AI products designed for real-world operations, highlighting advances in humanoid robot workflows and industrial deployments.
Chinese robotics firm AGIBOT unveiled four new humanoid robots featuring advanced articulation and extended endurance, highlighting progress in consumer-focused bipedal machines.
China has unveiled a new brain-to-robot interface platform designed to translate human neural signals into commands for robots, potentially enhancing how humanoid machines understand and execute human intent.
Flexion's CEO warns that while teleoperation is essential for humanoid robot training, long-term progress depends on reinforcement learning and simulation techniques.
China has introduced the U1, billed as the first mass-produced humanoid robot, marking a new phase in accessible robotics for ordinary users.
Monumental, known for deploying humanoid robots as subcontractors in construction, raised new funding to scale operations and offer finished-wall services to U.S. contractors.
Sarah Downs, a graduate student, is enhancing NASA's humanoid robots by equipping them with advanced assembly capabilities, a key step toward practical deployment.
Weave Robotics has introduced Isaac, a wheeled bimanual mobile humanoid robot targeting office and household environments, marking its entry into practical humanoid deployments.
A Chinese humanoid robot successfully mounted a mechanical horse and demonstrated horseback archery, showcasing advanced balance and coordination in robotics.
A humanoid robot in China successfully executed a head-high kick during the country’s inaugural freestyle robotic fighting event, showcasing advanced mobility and control.