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Humanoid robots just helped perform live surgeries for the first time — here’s why it’s a medical breakthrough

In a world-first, humanoid robots performed surgeries in a moment that marks a major medical breakthrough that could lead to further developments in the field.

Tom’s Guide

Humanoid robot performs surgery in world first

Researchers say humanoid surgeons can be deployed ‘anywhere from rural areas, to the battlefield, and even to space’

The Independent UK

Disneyland's campaign to make robots loveable

In the 1950s, automation promised to liberate humans from "drudgery" and reorient us on the "human use of human beings", in the words of computer scientist Norbert Wiener. On the 1956 campaign trail, incumbent Republican Vice President Richard Nixon predicted that Americans could look ahead to a four-day work week…

Bangkok Post

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Nomagic AI lab led by former Google DeepMind researcher claims success with 'AI brain' for robots

Nomagic says the company's new 'vision-language-action' model cut robot errors requiring human intervention in half at logistics customers.

Fortune

Chamber introduces regional AI institute

Thailand has the potential to become a regional artificial intelligence (AI) and data centre hub by 2035, while positioning itself as a manufacturing base for humanoid robots, a leader in green digital infrastructure, and a primary source of AI talent, say pundits and academics.

Bangkok Post

‘Robots should understand you, talk to you, and work for you’: Chinese robotics company Agibot is heralding a robot revolution — I met the ‘humanoids’ up close

Agibot's range of humanoid robots has arrived in the UK, and I got the chance to meet them in person.

TechRadar

Physical AI startup Mowito raises $3 million to teach factory robots by demonstration, not code

Founded in 2024 by Rastogi, Adityanag Nagesh, and Safar V, Mowito builds software designed to run on standard, unmodified industrial robotic arms. It currently operates across Bengaluru and Detroit, supporting customers in automotive and electronics manufacturing. The new capital will fund Mowito's expansion in the United States, growth of its…

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Elon Musk Says Optimus, AI Will Enable 'Excellent' Healthcare—Cathie Wood Sees $50 Billion AI Compute Need

Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk believes that the company’s Optimus Humanoid robot, as well as its Artificial Intelligence efforts, will enable accessible healthcare for all in the future.

Benzinga

As South Korean Buddhism woos Gen Z, how hip is too hip?

In fast-secularising South Korea, Buddhism is regaining popularity thanks to a "hip" trend wooing Gen Z with festivals, fashion, robots and DJs, even as some fear for the fundamentals of the faith. "If Buddhism is consumed merely as a 'good image', its newfound hipness may prove to be little more…

The Economic Times

EXCLUSIVE: Tesla Thinks the Money Is in Robots. This CEO Says the Bigger Opportunity Starts After They're Sold

Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk has made no secret of his ambitions for humanoid robots, predicting that machines like Optimus could one day outnumber the company’s cars. But one robotics executive believes investors may be overlooking where the industry’s biggest opportunity really lies.

Benzinga

Japan plans to deploy 10 million robots by 2040 in push for 'physical AI' — healthcare, food manufacturing and more

In an effort to address labor and efficiency needs, Japan has entrusted the Noetra company with deploying 10 million robots by 2040 across 18 job fields.

Tom’s Guide

Elon Musk Says Optimus Production WIll be 'Extremely Slow at First': Tesla Stock Reacts Negatively

Tesla's stock fell 7.5% after Elon Musk clarified that Optimus robot production will be slow initially due to its complexity.

International Business Times UK

Robot that will ‘never betray you’ is world’s first mass-produced humanoid

UBTech’s U1 robot ‘can accompany you for a lifetime’, the company claims

The Independent UK

NASA will have to find a way to service its new alien-hunting space telescope

We could see robots working on NASA's Habitable Worlds Observatory out in space.

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Crawl, walk, run – that’s how you get humanoid robotics all grown up

Though manufacturers are investing billions in development, the robots themselves remain in adolescent stage.

The Guardian - AU

China wants to solve the hardest problem in robotics – making hands

Race to develop ‘embodied AI’ focuses on creating dextrous hands to transform humanoid robots from gimmicks into useful products

TechRadar

Japan reveals new Noetra plan to flood the country with 10 million robots by 2040 — including work in the nursing, food and drink sectors

Japan has plans 10 million robots by 2040, using Noetra AI models to address labour shortages across key industries.

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NASA tests advanced new Mars rover prototype in the California desert (video)

A new rover prototype is teaching NASA scientists how to design robots that can think for themselves and navigate terrain that would leave old rovers stuck in the lunar or Martian dust.

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He-Man and beyond: 20 sci-fi cartoons (some iconic, some weird) that transported '80s and '90s kids to strange new worlds

They had the power! Saturday morning cartoons introduced many kids to science fiction... and toys, lots and lots of toys

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‘In some jobs, they want to be replaced’: Chinese robotics company Agibot says humanoids could take over ‘dangerous’ jobs — and one day even teach children

At Agibot's UK launch event, an executive for the Chinese company spoke on its bold vision for the future of work.

Space

Could humans someday explore Saturn's moon Titan, or will humanoid robots do it for us?

Could humans ever set foot on Titan, or will AI-powered humanoid robots make the voyage instead?

Euronews

Humanoid robots showcase football skills

Humanoid robots compete in football matches at RoboCup in Incheon, South Korea, showcasing advances in robotics as spectators watch the action.

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk Backs Chamath's Bold AI Thesis: Universal High Income and Optional Work

Elon Musk and Chamath Palihapitiya see a future where AI and robots transform the economy, making work optional and enabling universal high income. Explore the potential impact on industries and the workforce.

Space

America at 500: Where will we be in space in 2276?

When the U.S. was born, humanity was still seven years away from balloon-borne flight. Where might we be another 250 years from now, should the nation be fortunate enough to survive that long?

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Maybe robots don't need legs or fingers to do laundry — Weave Robotics Isaac 1 isn't pretty or super-humanoid, but it might be ready to handle basic chores

Weave Robotics Isaac 1 is a legless robot body on a stalk that can fold laundry and do basic chores, all for $7999.

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