Figure AI announced a new humanoid robot, Figure 2, with advanced dexterity and AI-driven navigation, targeting deployment in logistics and manufacturing.
Samsung unveiled a new robot vacuum at CES 2026 that doubles as a security camera, featuring advanced AI for real-time monitoring and cleaning.
CES 2026 highlights robotics as a top trend, with Chinese companies like Unitree displaying innovations.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang showcased two small waddling robots during his CES keynote, captivating the audience.
Boston Dynamics' Atlas humanoid robot is now a commercial product, set to deploy in factories starting in 2028.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang showcased two new small, interactive robots on stage at CES 2026, demonstrating the company's push into physical AI and robotics. These robots, which waddle and chirp, are part of Nvidia's broader strategy to integrate AI into physical machines.
1X is delivering the first batch of $20,000 Neo Beta humanoid robots to customers, marking a significant step in bringing humanoid robots to market, though early adopters may face limitations in robot capabilities[1].
Tesla is aiming for widespread deployment of robotaxis in 2026, as announced by Elon Musk, signaling a major push in autonomous vehicle technology[4].
MIT CSAIL and LIDS researchers developed a mathematically grounded system that lets soft robots deform, adapt, and interact with people and objects, without violating safety limits.[3]
The speech-to-reality system combines 3D generative AI and robotic assembly to create objects on demand.[3]
The AI-powered tool could inform the design of better sensors and cameras for robots or autonomous vehicles.[3]