Robotics

ECARX and TPK to Develop ORCA LiDAR Platform for Global Markets

ECARX and TPK have signed a memorandum to jointly develop the ORCA LiDAR platform, with production set to begin in 2028 at TPK's facility in Thailand.

May 29, 2026

Primax and MediaTek Demonstrate Edge AI Robotics at COMPUTEX 2026

Primax Electronics and MediaTek are showcasing new AI robotics applications at COMPUTEX 2026, integrating Primax's AI Sensor Fusion technology with the MediaTek Genio AIoT platform for commercial and industrial robots.

May 28, 2026

Elbit Systems Wins $350 Million Contract for Tank Upgrades

Elbit Systems has been awarded a $350 million contract from an international customer to upgrade main battle tanks with advanced systems, including AI-enabled electro-optical sights and communication suites. The program will be completed over four years.

May 28, 2026

X Square Robot Open Sources Wall-OSS-0.5 for Embodied AI Research

X Square Robot has released Wall-OSS-0.5, an open-source Vision-Language-Action model designed to demonstrate pretrained robotic capabilities on real hardware without task-specific fine-tuning.

May 28, 2026

Massimo Group Launches AI Intelligent Patrol Platform

Massimo Group has launched an AI intelligent patrol platform initiative, integrating autonomous patrol vehicles, spherical security robots, and drone systems to create a coordinated patrol ecosystem. Prototype development of electric patrol vehicles is already underway.

May 28, 2026

Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine Join BrainGate Consortium for Paralysis Research

Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine have joined the BrainGate consortium to advance brain-computer interface research aimed at helping people with paralysis regain independence through robotic assistive devices.

May 28, 2026

CPC Biotech and Multiply Labs Partner on Robotic Cell Therapy Manufacturing

CPC Biotech and Multiply Labs have announced a collaboration to develop robotic systems for automated cell therapy production, introducing a new aseptic connector designed for robotic operation.

May 27, 2026

Einride Partners with TUV SUD for Independent Verification of Autonomous Safety Governance

Einride has partnered with TUV SUD to conduct an independent assessment of its Safety Management System for autonomous freight operations. The review will evaluate process robustness and alignment with global standards and regulations.

May 27, 2026

Slamcore Raises $14 Million to Expand Visual AI for Industrial Fleets

London-based Slamcore has raised $14 million in new funding, bringing its total to $40 million. The round includes investment from Rockwell Automation's ROKStar Ventures and will support scaling its visual AI technology across industrial facilities.

May 27, 2026

FORT Robotics Acquires Mapless AI to Add Remote Supervision and Active Safety

FORT Robotics has acquired Mapless AI to expand its Trust Platform with remote teleoperation and onboard safety features, enabling supervised autonomy and improved machine response in complex environments.

May 27, 2026

SkyGrid and ENAIRE Sign Agreement to Advance Air Mobility in Spain

SkyGrid and ENAIRE have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on U-space and innovative air mobility development in Spain, promoting research and joint initiatives for unmanned and advanced aerial operations.

May 27, 2026

Brain Navi Introduces NaoTrac Surgical Robot for Precision Neurosurgery

Brain Navi Biotechnology has introduced NaoTrac, a neurosurgical navigation robot that uses machine vision and 3D positioning to improve precision and reduce operation time in brain surgery.

May 26, 2026

Boeing, GACA, and SkyGrid Begin Feasibility Study for Advanced Air Mobility in Saudi Arabia

Boeing Saudi Arabia, the General Authority of Civil Aviation, and SkyGrid have launched an airspace and operational feasibility analysis to evaluate advanced air mobility operations across the Kingdom, supported by KAUST.

May 26, 2026

IntBot and Certis Partner to Develop Socially Intelligent Robots in Singapore

IntBot and Certis Group have formed a partnership to develop socially intelligent robots for enterprise and public environments in Singapore, combining IntBot's social intelligence technology with Certis' operational expertise.

May 26, 2026

AutoFlight Completes Multi-Aircraft Formation Flight and Begins Certification for V5000 Matrix

AutoFlight has completed a demonstration flight of a mixed formation consisting of one V5000 Matrix aircraft and two V2000 eVTOL units, verifying communication, route planning, and coordination capabilities while starting the airworthiness certification process.

May 25, 2026

Cornerstone Robotics Sentire Surgical System Receives CE Mark Approval in Europe

Cornerstone Robotics has received European Union CE mark certification for its Sentire Surgical System, allowing market entry across the EU for minimally invasive procedures in multiple specialties.

May 25, 2026

FANUC and Google Partner to Advance Physical AI in Robotics

FANUC announced a collaboration with Google to integrate advanced AI into its robotic systems, expanding its Physical AI platform for manufacturing automation.

May 22, 2026

Mars Invests £190 Million in UK Factory to Add Robotics and AI Manufacturing Capabilities

Mars is investing £190 million in its Slough chocolate factory to expand advanced manufacturing with robotics and AI, upgrade machinery and utilities, and support workforce upskilling for future engineering and automation roles.

May 22, 2026

Robot.com Launches R-ads, a Robot-Based Advertising Platform

Robot.com has introduced R-ads, an advertising platform that turns autonomous robots into a measurable out-of-home media network. The system enables real-time campaign deployment and analytics across multiple formats, including moving robots and digital screens.

May 22, 2026

Westwell Showcases Autonomous Trucks and AI Port Platform at TOC Europe 2026

Westwell presented its autonomous electric trucks and upgraded ReeWell port operations platform at TOC Europe 2026 in Hamburg, highlighting large-scale deployments across global ports and advances in AI-based logistics coordination.

May 22, 2026