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DEEP Robotics deploys X30 robot dog to inspect Singapore power cable tunnel

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DEEP Robotics, a China-based developer of quadrupedal robotics, announced the deployment of its industrial-grade quadruped robot, the X30. The robot, nicknamed “SPock” within Singapore’s SP Group, is now operational in the country’s extensive underground power transmission cable network, making it the first Chinese quadruped robot to be deployed to an overseas power system. The company said the partnership with SP…


Interact Analysis estimates automation orders declined 3% in 2024

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…warehouse automation order intake. IA also said sluggish consumer spending in China caused by the housing crisis continues to dampen warehouse automation investment and is not expected to pick up in the short term.


2024 Robotic Picking Report underscores 6 key themes affecting marketplace

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…rates, reduced warehouse construction and China’s economic slowdown are dampening demand for robotic picking. Budget constraints and fewer new automation projects are pushing businesses to delay automation investments, underscoring the market’s sensitivity to external conditions. Declining interest in Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) Once seen as a game-changer, RaaS adoption has declined, with companies favoring CapEx models for greater asset control and long-term…


Report: Global mobile robot market slows due to macro-economic factors

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…shipped globally will be automated. China continues to lead the world in mobile robot shipments and is expected to account for approximately 33% of all mobile robots sold annually out to 2030. However, it has been affected by factors including weaker-than-expected economic performance impacting domestic demand, lower relative prices for mobile robots and slow uptake of electric vehicles. In the…


DeepSeek releases ChatGPT-like AI model, U.S. tech stocks tumble

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DeepSeek, a China-based artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, recently released its R1 AI model. Its features are similar to other AI platforms, such as ChatGPT, and the company, according to a CNN report, spent markedly less than other AI organizations for computing power on its base model. U.S. tech stocks tumble during early trading As the U.S. stock market opened on…


International Federation of Robotics report highlights top 5 global robotics trends of 2025

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…as the United States, Japan, China, the Republic of Korea and Germany. Although the impact varies from country to country, the cumulative effect on the supply chain is a concern almost everywhere. The use of robotics significantly reduces the impact of labor shortages in manufacturing. By automating dirty, dull, dangerous or delicate tasks, human workers can focus on more interesting…


NEURA Robotics raises €120 million for cognitive humanoids

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…players in the U.S. and China. $1 billion in customer orders already secured Founded in 2019, NEURA Robotics creates cobots designed to work seamlessly with humans in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare. With its sensor technology and AI integration, NEURA Robotics has a cognitive cobot in the market and is now developing market-ready humanoid robots. In the last…


ForwardX deploys 20 AMRs for SF DHL, Luckin

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…with over 4,000 stores across China. SF Supply Chain is the exclusive strategic partner for DHL Supply Chain’s business in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao. Confronted with challenges such as low efficiency and high labor intensity, the warehouse initially deployed five ForwardX Flex AMRs. As Luckin rapidly expanded, the deployment scaled to a fleet of 20 robots, combining Flex…


RoboForce announces $10M early-stage funding for AI-enabled MMRs

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…Leo Ma grew up in China around manufacturing. As an adult, he’s visited over 200 facilities and solar farms to better understand the safety risks and longstanding workforce shortages involved in these and other industries. RoboForce’s robots and business model are built to help address these problems, make work safer for humans, and improve the cost and hiring problems many…


Unitree Robotics teaches humanoids to dance with motion capture data

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Unitree Robotics, a China-based global robotics company that develops and sells consumer and industry-level high-performance robots, has updated its humanoid robots with an open-source full-body motion dataset to make them capable of more fluid, natural movement. The Unitree H1, H1-2 and G1 humanoid robot models are able to demonstrate new, smoother movement trajectories to dance, breakdance and drop kick. Data,…


Boston Dynamics, Ghost Robotics resolve patent lawsuits on robotic dog technology

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…strategy,” Fiorillo said. “Countries like China are heavily investing in robotics and AI, and setting aggressive technology acceleration goals at a national level. Without more direct interest and engagement from policymakers, the U.S. risks falling behind.” Representatives from Boston Dynamics and Ghost Robotics plan to meet in early 2025 to discuss further policy proposals that could benefit both companies and…


Rapid humanoid robot development ‘signals a turning point’

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…Unitree Robotics’ G1 Humanoid Agent: China-based Unitree’s G1 humanoid robot features 23-43 joints, enhanced flexibility, and optional dexterous hands. Equipped with AI-driven reinforcement learning and advanced sensors, it can perform complex tasks with precision across industrial and service industries. Fourier’s GR-2 Humanoid Robot: Fourier’s GR-2 is a modular humanoid robot with 53 degrees of freedom, advanced tactile sensors, and FSA…


Robot trends 2024: Humanoids, AI pique interest across robotics industries

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…and the general news cycle. China-based Unitree Robotics also made a splash with its G1 humanoid robot. While some skeptics question the viability and overall usage of humanoid robots, one of the main concerns with this technology is cost. Unitree released G1 with a $16K price tag, a lower price point than other market humanoids. Readers took notice. Artificial intelligence…


Pudu Robotics releases AI-powered MT1 industrial robotic sweeper

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Shenzen, China-based Pudu Robotics, a global provider of service robotics, has unveiled its new AI-powered robotic sweeper, the PUDU MT1. Traditional cleaning in expansive settings like arenas, warehouses and manufacturing plants is often labor-intensive and less efficient. The PUDU MT1 is now available in the North and South American markets and other regions around the world. The company said the…


DEEP Robotics launches Lynx all-terrain, off-road robot

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DEEP Robotics, a China-based embodied AI and robotics company, officially introduced its latest innovation, the DEEP Robotics Lynx all-terrain, off-road robot. The company says that Lynx has unparalleled off-road capabilities and a bold, dynamic design. Lynx robot offers wild performance, all-weather exploration DEEP Robotics Lynx features a wheeled-leg hybrid design, combining the wheels' speed with the legs' agility. Powered by…


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