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Robot stuns crowd after shocking onstage reveal

Xpeng's humanoid robot moves so realistically that crowds believed it was fake, marking a major advancement in robotics technology ahead of 2026 commercial launch.

Robots November 30

Elon Musk teases a future run by robots

Viral video shared by Elon Musk shows Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots performing tasks from cooking to construction, garnering over 58.5 million views on social media.

Tech November 22

Smart fabric muscles could change how we move

South Korean scientists create ultra-thin fabric muscles that turn clothes into robotic assistants, lifting 33 pounds while weighing under half an ounce.

Technologies November 20

Putin calls dancing Russian robot 'very beautiful' in awkward AI conference moment

President Vladimir Putin observed an awkward dance performance by Green, a Russian AI-powered humanoid robot, at the AI Journey conference in Moscow on Wednesday.

VIDEO November 20

Putin watches awkward robot dance at Moscow AI conference

Vladimir Putin calls Russian robot "very beautiful" after awkward dance at Moscow AI conference. (Credit: Reuters)

VIDEO November 9

Companies will have to 'figure out this Rubik's Cube' in its own way, says Mike Rowe

The 'One Nation' panel discuss the A.I. boom and its impact on the American blue collar labor force.

Police and Law Enforcement November 6

Sheriff's office tests America's first self-driving police SUV

Miami-Dade debuts America's first autonomous police SUV with AI cameras, drone deployment and real-time crime detection in groundbreaking law enforcement pilot.

Innovation October 31

Nike partners with robotics company to create world's first motor-powered footwear system

Nike unveils Project Amplify, revolutionary motorized shoes developed with Dephy that add powered assistance to every step for runners and walkers.

Health October 23

Robots power breakthrough in pregnancy research, boosting IVF success rates

New AI-powered IVF systems aim to reduce treatment cycles and costs while improving access to fertility care through automated laboratory processes. There are some red flags, though.

Tech October 12

Australian construction robot Charlotte can 3D print 2,150-sq-ft home in one day using sustainable materials

Australian construction robot Charlotte uses sand, crushed brick and recycled glass to 3D print fireproof, floodproof homes with reduced carbon footprint.

Fast Food October 11

Taco Bell tops new drive-thru speed rankings, and Chick-fil-A wins on satisfaction

Fast-food drive-thrus average five minutes and 35 seconds with 87% accuracy, and a study reveals friendliness and order accuracy drive customer satisfaction more than speed.

Opinion October 9

Why it’s inevitable that Elon Musk will be a trillionaire

Elon Musk's diverse portfolio, including Tesla, SpaceX and xAI, creates a compounding effect that makes his inevitable rise to trillionaire status likely before 2030.

Travel September 20

The one thing that’s free in Las Vegas — but it requires taking a gamble

Zoox begins public testing of driverless robotaxis on the Las Vegas Strip with plans to expand to San Francisco, Austin and Miami after regulatory approval.

Wisconsin September 18

Wisconsin pizza factory worker crushed to death by robotic machine in horrific industrial accident

A bakery manager at Palermo's Pizza died Wednesday morning after being trapped in machinery during his shift at the West Milwaukee frozen pizza plant.

Artificial Intelligence September 18

The new robot that could make chores a thing of the past

X Square Robot unveils Wall-OSS open-source AI model that helps robots adapt to unpredictable real-world tasks beyond narrow scenarios.

Tech September 11

New HARR-E robot lets you summon trash pickup like an Uber for your garbage

The HARR-E robot by Oshkosh Corp. eliminates garbage truck schedules with quiet, electric-powered autonomous trash collection controlled via smartphones.

VIDEO September 4

First lady Melania Trump urges parents to prepare children as AI grows and evolves

Melania Trump urges parents to prepare their children for the growth of A.I. and argues the technology should be treated as if it were a child itself.

Robots September 3

AI video tech fast-tracks humanoid robot training

ShengShu's Vidar technology revolutionizes humanoid robot training by using AI-generated synthetic video, reducing required training data from hours to just 20 minutes.

VIDEO August 20

Retired NASA astronaut explains how robots could shape space exploration

Retired NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore discusses the possibility of robots being a part of space exploration efforts and more on 'The Will Cain Show.'

Tech August 17

Humanoid robot turns heads at NYC sneaker store

A Chinese-made Unitree R1 robot walked Manhattan streets and shopped for shoes as part of KraneShares' $28 million AI robotics fund promotion campaign.

Tech August 14

159-year-old company embraces driverless trucks

A Texas autonomous trucking pilot uses Bot Auto's Level 4 driverless trucks to transport freight between San Antonio, Dallas and Houston for a door manufacturer.

Tech August 6

$5,900 Unitree R1 robot is surprisingly affordable

Unitree just dropped its latest creation, the R1 humanoid robot, and people are talking.

Tech July 31

Viral rogue robot sparks new AI safety fears

The commercial Unitree H1 humanoid robot weighs 104 pounds with 365 pound-feet torque per joint and demonstrates dangerous potential when software glitches occur.

VIDEO July 27

Trump declaring US must win the AI race is 'one of the most important' statements of this term, says former deputy DNI

Former deputy DNI Cliff Sims explains why President Trump's stance on A.I. is so important on 'Sunday Night in America.'

Tech July 27

Humanoid robot swaps its own battery to work 24/7

The Walker S2 robot from UBTech autonomously exchanges its batteries in just three minutes, allowing continuous operation in car factories operated by BYD, Nio and Zeekr.

Tech July 22

Humanoid robot performs medical procedures via remote control

Healthcare systems worldwide are struggling with overcrowded hospitals, physician burnout, and rising surgery delays. The University of California San Diego (UCSD) is looking into humanoid robots as a potential solution.

Tech July 21

Autonomous robot with muscles, smarts and zero sick days

Unlike other robots that perform limited functions, KR1 can move, lift and think like a human, only faster and more reliably.

Tech July 19

AI robot performs gallbladder surgery autonomously

Johns Hopkins researchers developed a surgical robot that understands commands and performs operations independently, potentially transforming healthcare access.

Tech July 18

US Army tests robot coyotes to prevent catastrophic bird strikes

Robot coyotes built on motorized cars reaching 20 mph are being deployed at military airfields as an innovative solution to wildlife threats to aircraft safety.

Tech July 16

Tiny cyborg beetles are built to save lives in real emergencies

Darkling beetles equipped with microchip backpacks can be guided through disaster areas using electrical signals, offering a biological solution for search and rescue.