Robotics

Cartken Shifts Focus to Industrial Robotics

Cartken, known for its autonomous food delivery robots, is pivoting towards industrial applications, developing new solutions like the Cartken Hauler and Runner.

July 21, 2025

SiMa.ai and Cisco Collaborate on Edge AI for Industry 4.0

SiMa.ai has announced a collaboration with Cisco to integrate its Modalix AI platform with Cisco's industrial switches, enhancing edge AI capabilities for Industry 4.0 applications.

July 19, 2025

Scientific Systems Unveils VENOM Autonomous Surface Vehicle

Scientific Systems has introduced VENOM, a small unmanned surface vehicle designed for the U.S. Navy, featuring advanced autonomy and rapid manufacturing capabilities.

July 19, 2025

MSBAI Secures $2M Contract for GURU Generation 2 with DoD

MSBAI has been awarded a $2 million Phase III contract by the U.S. Department of Defense for its GURU Generation 2 platform, enhancing hypersonic flight simulations.

July 19, 2025

Blue Water Autonomy Expands with New D.C. Office and Key Hire

Blue Water Autonomy has opened a new office in Washington, D.C., and hired Ryan Maatta, a former DARPA NOMARS engineer, to advance its autonomous ship development.

July 19, 2025

Hadrian Secures $260 Million to Expand AI-Driven Defense Manufacturing

Hadrian, a California-based defense tech startup, has raised $260 million in Series C funding to expand its AI-powered manufacturing facilities, aiming to boost U.S. defense production.

July 19, 2025

Theker Secures $21 Million to Expand AI Robotics

Barcelona-based startup Theker has raised $21 million in seed funding to scale its adaptive AI-driven robotics technology, marking the largest seed round in Spain's history.

July 16, 2025

Norwegian Ministry of Defence Selects Skydio X10D Drones

The Royal Norwegian Ministry of Defence has awarded Skydio a $9.4 million contract to supply X10D autonomous drones, enhancing Norway's defense capabilities.

July 15, 2025

MOTOR Ai Secures $20 Million for Explainable Autonomous Driving Technology

Berlin-based MOTOR Ai has raised $20 million in seed funding to advance its neuroscience-driven autonomous driving technology, focusing on transparency and compliance with European regulations.

July 15, 2025

Zimmer Biomet to Acquire Monogram Technologies for $177 Million

Zimmer Biomet has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Monogram Technologies for approximately $177 million, expanding its orthopedic robotics suite with autonomous solutions.

July 14, 2025

Galbot Secures $151 Million to Expand AI Humanoid Robots

Galbot has raised $151 million in a funding round led by CATL and Puquan Capital, with a strategic partnership with Bosch's investment arm to accelerate AI robot commercialization.

July 08, 2025

Apera AI Enhances Forge with Advanced Robotic Cell Design and Training

Apera AI has announced a major update to its Apera Forge platform, introducing new features for advanced robotic cell design and de-racking training, according to a press release.

July 07, 2025

Zoho Acquires Asimov Robotics to Boost R&D in Robotics

Zoho Corporation has acquired Asimov Robotics to enhance its research and development capabilities in robotics, as reported by Times of India.

July 03, 2025

XTEND Reality Opens U.S. Headquarters and Drone Facility in Tampa

XTEND Reality Inc. has opened its new U.S. headquarters and drone production facility in Tampa, Florida, enhancing domestic drone production capabilities.

July 02, 2025

Nota AI and Renesas Collaborate on Driver Monitoring AI for Microcontrollers

Nota AI has partnered with Renesas Electronics to develop an optimized Driver Monitoring System for the RA8P1 microcontroller, achieving real-time performance with low power consumption.

July 02, 2025

Len Pagon Jr. Appointed CEO of Robots & Pencils

Robots & Pencils has announced Len Pagon Jr. as its new CEO to lead the company's AI-first strategy. Pagon, a seasoned entrepreneur, aims to accelerate growth and innovation.

July 01, 2025

Tacta Systems Secures $75 Million for Advanced Robotics Development

Tacta Systems has announced $75 million in funding to enhance its robotics technology, which aims to provide robots with human-like tactile abilities and spatial awareness.

July 01, 2025

Amazon Deploys Millionth Robot and Launches AI Model for Fleet Efficiency

Amazon has deployed its one millionth robot and introduced a new AI model, DeepFleet, to enhance the efficiency of its robotic fleet.

July 01, 2025

O'Shaughnessy Ventures Supports Robotics Innovator Alexandros Petkos

O'Shaughnessy Ventures has awarded a $100,000 fellowship to Alexandros Petkos, a robotics engineer from Athens, Greece, to develop open-source robots for hazardous tasks.

June 30, 2025

Chang Robotics Fund Deploys Initial Capital to Boost U.S. Manufacturing

Chang Robotics Fund has announced its first round of capital deployment, investing in five U.S.-based companies to enhance manufacturing and automation.

June 30, 2025

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