Explore robotics technologies, industry insights, and the future of automation.
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
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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
Robotics
In a significant milestone for humanoid robotics, Polish firm Clone Robotics has introduced its first full-scale humanoid robot, Clone Alpha. This innovative android integrates synthetic organs and artificial muscles, closely mimicking human skeletal, muscular, vascular, and nervous functions. The company has now begun accepting preorders for the first 279 units
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Uber has launched its first international robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in partnership with Chinese autonomous vehicle company WeRide. This initiative allows customers to book self-driving cars through the Uber app at standard UberX and Uber Comfort rates. Initially, these vehicles will have safety drivers onboard, with
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After establishing its autonomous vehicle services in San Francisco and Los Angeles, Waymo, Alphabet’s self-driving car subsidiary, has revealed its next stop: Miami. The company plans to deploy its fleet of driverless Jaguar I-Pace electric vehicles in Florida starting in early 2025, with rides becoming broadly accessible via the
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
As 2024 comes to a close, Clement Delangue, CEO of Hugging Face, a $4.5 billion AI startup, has unveiled bold predictions for the artificial intelligence industry in 2025. Known for his insightful forecasts, Delangue anticipates major public protests against AI, disruptive market changes, and groundbreaking advancements in technology. Here’
Business Insights
OpenAI, the innovative startup behind the widely popular ChatGPT, is setting its sights on a monumental milestone: reaching 1 billion users by the end of next year. This ambitious target reflects OpenAI's vision of becoming one of the most widely used platforms globally, rivaling tech giants like TikTok
Robotics
BMW has integrated advanced humanoid robots, developed by California-based Figure AI, into its production lines, achieving a 400% increase in operational speed and a sevenfold improvement in task success rates. Enhanced Capabilities The upgraded robots can autonomously place up to 1,000 auto parts daily with remarkable precision, effectively handling
Robotics
Elon Musk's vision of affordable humanoid robots is poised to revolutionize the workforce. Futurist Peter Diamandis forecasts that the global robot sector will soon be worth $24 trillion, driven by significant investments. These robots are expected to replace human roles in sectors like aged care, manufacturing, hazardous manual
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has advanced rapidly, introducing autonomous AI agents capable of performing tasks independently and making decisions without human intervention. These agents represent a significant shift from traditional predictive and generative AI, offering intelligent, scalable digital labor that can analyze information, adapt, and learn autonomously. For