Sensmore Secures €6.4M, NVIDIA Partners with Saudi Arabia, and Thales' AI for Singapore Navy - Robotics Brief #18

May 22, 2025 - Robotics Brief
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In this edition of the Robotics Brief, we're diving into some exciting developments in the world of AI and robotics. Sensmore, a Berlin-based startup, has successfully raised €6.4 million to further its work on intelligent robots designed for heavy machinery, with plans to expand globally. Meanwhile, Leopard Imaging is set to showcase its cutting-edge NVIDIA Holoscan Sensor Bridge at the 2025 Embedded Vision Summit, demonstrating its real-time imaging capabilities for robotics and industrial applications.

Additionally, NVIDIA has partnered with Saudi Arabia to bolster AI infrastructure and cloud computing, aligning with the country's Vision 2030 objectives. In the defense sector, Thales has secured a contract to supply the Singapore Navy with AI-powered mine countermeasures, featuring advanced sonar and mission management technologies. Stay tuned as we explore these stories and more in the realm of AI and robotics.
Leopard Imaging to Showcase Holoscan Solutions at 2025 Summit
Leopard Imaging will present its NVIDIA Holoscan Sensor Bridge at the 2025 Embedded Vision Summit, highlighting its capabilities in real-time imaging for robotics and industrial applications using the NVIDIA IGX Orin platform. Read more
NVIDIA Partners with Saudi Arabia on AI and Robotics
NVIDIA has formed a partnership with Saudi Arabia to advance AI infrastructure, cloud computing, and robotics, supporting the country's Vision 2030 goals. Read more
Thales to Supply AI-Powered Mine Countermeasures to Singapore Navy
Thales has been awarded a contract to provide the Republic of Singapore Navy with the Pathmaster mine countermeasures system, featuring advanced sonar and AI technologies to enhance mine detection and classification. Read more
RoboForce Unveils AI Robot 'Titan' and Secures $15M Funding
RoboForce has introduced 'Titan', an AI robot for industrial use, and secured $15 million in total funding, including a recent $5 million investment. Read more
NSTC Launches Robotics Initiative for Aging Population
The National Science and Technology Council has announced a smart robotics project to boost Taiwan's robotics industry, addressing challenges from an aging population and labor shortages. Read more
YUAN Unveils AI Robotics Platforms with NVIDIA Technology
On May 16, 2025, YUAN launched its new AI robotics platforms, Pandora NX Super and AIR NX Super, utilizing NVIDIA's Jetson Orin technology for enhanced maritime, agricultural, and aerial applications. Read more
WeRide Begins Driverless Robotaxi Trials in Abu Dhabi
WeRide has started fully driverless Robotaxi trial operations in Abu Dhabi, marking a first in the Middle East. The trial expands service to Al Maryah and Al Reem Islands. Read more
Beyond Imagination Seeks $100 Million Investment
Beyond Imagination, co-founded by Ray Kurzweil, is negotiating a $100 million Series B funding round with Gauntlet Ventures to expand its humanoid robotics operations. Read more
Reframe Systems Wins 2025 Ivory Prize for Housing Innovation
Reframe Systems, a robotic construction startup, has been awarded the 2025 Ivory Prize for its innovative approach to affordable housing using AI and robotics. Read more
Amazon to Build Robotics Fulfillment Center in Virginia
Amazon is planning to construct a 3.1 million square-foot robotics fulfillment center in Goochland County, Virginia, expected to open in 2027. The facility will employ 1,000 workers and focus on packing and shipping smaller items. Read more
NVIDIA Showcases Robotics Research at ICRA 2025
NVIDIA presented its latest research on generative AI and robotics at the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) in Atlanta. The presentation highlighted advancements in autonomous vehicle safety, humanoid robot control, and scalable robotic learning through synthetic data generation. Read more
TIER IV Partners with PlaxidityX for Cyber Security in Japanese Airport Project
TIER IV has chosen PlaxidityX to provide cyber security consulting for its autonomous bus project at a Japanese airport. The collaboration focuses on meeting UN-R155 and ISO/SAE 21434 standards. Read more
Foretellix Expands Foretify Platform for Autonomous Vehicles
Foretellix has expanded its Foretify platform to enhance the development and safety evaluation of AI-powered autonomous vehicles, utilizing NVIDIA technologies for improved validation. Read more
Sensmore Raises €6.4M for Intelligent Robotics
Berlin-based startup sensmore has secured €6.4M in funding to develop intelligent robots for heavy machinery, aiming to expand into global markets. Read more

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