Robot News
The latest announcements, breakthroughs, and developments in robotics.
The Choreography of Tomorrow: Why China's Dancing Humanoids Are More Than a Party Trick
A synchronized display of bipedal agility signals a massive leap in commercial robotics. Here is why you should take these rhythmic machines seriously.
The Consumer Humanoid Robot Market Explodes: What You Can Buy in 2026
For the first time, consumers can purchase humanoid robots for home use. 2026 marks the transition from science fiction to reality as multiple companies launch consumer-focused robots with affordable price points.
AI Companion Robots Become Mainstream: The Rise of Emotional Support Robotics
As humanoid robots improve their AI interaction capabilities, a new category emerges: companion robots designed specifically for emotional support, conversation, and mental wellness.
Home Automation Robots: How Humanoids Are Reshaping Smart Homes in 2026
Humanoid robots are becoming the ultimate smart home device, integrating with home automation systems and serving as physical interfaces for IoT ecosystems.
China's Humanoid Robots Showcase Advanced Capabilities at Spring Festival Gala
Chinese humanoid robots stunned viewers by performing kung fu and martial arts movements at the Spring Festival Gala, demonstrating remarkable progress from the previous year. This marks a significant turning point in public perception of Chinese robotics.
Consumer Drone and Personal Robot Market Reaches $50 Billion Milestone
The combined market for consumer drones, personal robots, and home automation robotics surpasses $50 billion globally, indicating mainstream adoption of consumer robotics.
NVIDIA Releases Physical AI Models as Global Partners Unveil Next-Generation Robots
NVIDIA released new Cosmos and GR00T open models alongside multiple technology partners including Boston Dynamics, Caterpillar, and LG Electronics unveiling robots built on NVIDIA's physical AI technology.
Serve Robotics Achieves 2,000+ Autonomous Delivery Robot Milestone
Serve Robotics, backed by Nvidia and Uber, announced it has deployed over 2,000 autonomous sidewalk delivery robots, creating the largest operational fleet of sidewalk delivery robots in the United States.
Tesla Optimus Gen 2: The Next Evolution of General-Purpose Robotics
Tesla continues development of its Optimus humanoid robot with significant improvements in Gen 2, designed to handle both industrial and domestic tasks while learning from real-world deployment data.
1X's NEO Humanoid Robot Moves to Consumer Delivery in 2026
1X announced that its NEO humanoid robot will begin deliveries to early customers in 2026, marking a major milestone for consumer-facing humanoid robotics.
Mobileye Acquires Mentee Robotics to Expand into Humanoid Robotics with Advanced Dexterous Hands
Intel's Mobileye division announced the acquisition of Mentee Robotics, signaling major expansion beyond autonomous vehicles into humanoid robots with advanced hand capabilities.