Explore robotics technologies, industry insights, and the future of automation.
Funding
Anthropic, a leading competitor to OpenAI in the artificial intelligence space, is reportedly in talks to secure $2 billion in funding, led by Lightspeed Venture Partners. This round would value the company at an impressive $60 billion, positioning Anthropic as the fifth-most valuable startup in the U.S., trailing SpaceX,
Construction
Toyota’s ambitious Woven City, a $10 billion "city of the future" located at the base of Mount Fuji, is preparing to welcome its first residents in 2025. Announced in 2021, this 175-acre experimental hub aims to serve as a living laboratory for cutting-edge technologies, including robotics, self-driving
Robotics
Last summer, Leo Ma, founder of RoboForce, stood on the blistering ground of a solar farm in Phoenix. Watching workers endure extreme heat to install solar panels, he couldn’t help but question why humans were still performing such grueling tasks. His answer? They shouldn’t have to. Ma’s
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Microsoft has reportedly acquired nearly twice as many Nvidia AI chips as its closest competitors, underscoring its aggressive push to dominate the AI arena, particularly through its Azure cloud platform. What Happened? According to analysts at Omdia, Microsoft purchased approximately 485,000 Nvidia “Hopper” AI chips in 2024. This figure
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Generative AI (Gen AI) has remarkable capabilities: it’s always on, endlessly scalable, instantly responsive, and equipped with vast knowledge. These attributes have made it an intimidating yet powerful tool, particularly for white-collar work. Yet, as AI continues to reshape industries, there remain critical areas where humans still hold a
Economy
In a joint press conference at Mar-a-Lago on Monday, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son announced a monumental $100 billion investment into the United States over the next four years. Joined by President-elect Donald Trump, Son emphasized that the decision reflects his confidence in the U.S. economy under Trump’s leadership.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Liquid AI, an innovative AI startup co-founded by robotics expert Daniela Rus, secured $250 million in Series A funding led by AMD, valuing the company at over $2 billion. What is Liquid AI? Liquid AI is developing a new type of AI model called liquid neural networks, inspired by the
Biotechnology
Researchers at Caltech have developed groundbreaking bioresorbable acoustic microrobots (BAM)—tiny, bubble-like robots capable of precisely delivering therapeutic drugs within the body. In preclinical tests, these microrobots successfully shrank bladder tumors in mice, marking a significant advancement in targeted drug delivery and precision medicine. How the Microrobots Work These spherical
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
If you thought AI had already reached its peak, Google has news for you. The tech giant released Gemini 2.0, a leap forward in what it calls “agentic AI.” This next-gen AI promises not only faster responses and expanded capabilities, but also a vision for the future: AI acting
Transportation
General Motors (GM) announced it will cease funding for its Cruise robotaxi service, marking a significant shift in its autonomous vehicle strategy. The company will now prioritize developing self-driving technology for personally owned vehicles rather than operating commercial robotaxi fleets. Why GM Pulled the Plug on Cruise Cruise’s robotaxi
Semiconductors
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) reported a 34% year-over-year increase in November sales, driven by strong demand for its AI-focused chips. The company, a key supplier to tech giants like Apple and Nvidia, posted $8.48 billion in revenue for the month. Despite the robust year-over-year growth, November sales marked
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Jack Ma, co-founder of Alibaba Group and Ant Group, has voiced strong confidence in the future of Ant Group, emphasizing the vast opportunities artificial intelligence (AI) presents for the fintech giant. Ma’s remarks came during Ant Group’s 20th anniversary celebration, marking a rare public appearance since the Chinese