QNX & NVIDIA's Autonomous Vehicle Breakthrough; OPTEL Acquires Vanguard Robotics - Robotics Brief #33

September 04, 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. On August 27, 2025, QNX announced the availability of the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor development kit, which includes the QNX OS for Safety 8. This kit is designed to support the development of autonomous vehicles, marking a significant step forward in automotive technology. Meanwhile, OPTEL Group has acquired Vanguard Robotics to boost automation in the pharmaceutical industry, aiming to enhance efficiency and tackle labor challenges.

In other news, Galbot is integrating Nvidia's Jetson Thor AI platform into its G1 Premium humanoid robots, showcased at the World Robotics Conference in Beijing. This integration is set to improve the robots' performance and autonomy. Additionally, Veolia Australia and EverestLabs have launched AI-powered recycling robotics in Perth, marking the first international deployment of this technology to enhance sorting accuracy and recovery rates. Stay tuned as we explore these stories and more in this edition.
QNX OS Integrated in NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor Kit
On August 27, 2025, QNX announced the general availability of the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor development kit, featuring QNX OS for Safety 8 to enhance autonomous vehicle development. Read more
OPTEL Group Acquires Vanguard Robotics
OPTEL Group has acquired Vanguard Robotics to enhance its automation capabilities in the pharmaceutical sector, addressing efficiency and labor challenges. Read more
Galbot Integrates Nvidia AI in Humanoid Robots
Robotics company Galbot is enhancing its G1 Premium humanoid robot by integrating the Nvidia Jetson Thor AI platform, aiming to improve performance and autonomy. The G1 is designed for use in retail, healthcare, and logistics sectors. Read more
Scout AI Secures U.S. Army Contract for Autonomy in Vehicles
Scout AI Inc. has been awarded a contract to integrate its Fury autonomy platform onto Infantry Squad Vehicles as part of the U.S. Army's Unmanned Systems initiative. The contract duration is 16 months and may lead to further procurement valued at up to $150 million. Read more
Runway Targets Robotics for Growth
Runway is shifting focus to the robotics industry, aiming to use its visual-generating tools to enhance training simulations. The company has raised over $500 million from investors like Nvidia and Google. Read more
UBTech Robotics Secures $1 Billion Funding
UBTech Robotics, a Chinese humanoid robot manufacturer, has received up to US$1 billion from Infini Capital to expand production and establish a joint venture in the Middle East. Read more
Centinus Unveils AI-Enhanced Drone Features
At the Commercial UAV Expo, Centinus announced new AI capabilities for drones, including autonomous target identification for law enforcement and emergency services. Read more
HappyRobot Secures €37.7M for AI Workforce in Trade
Madrid-based startup HappyRobot has secured €37.7 million in Series B funding to advance its AI platform for automating global trade operations. Read more
Midea Opens AI Agent Factory in Jingzhou
Midea has launched the world's first AI agent factory in Jingzhou, which uses a 'factory brain' to manage 14 AI agents across 38 business scenarios, improving efficiency and decision-making. Read more
Veolia and EverestLabs Launch AI Recycling Robotics in Perth
Veolia Australia has teamed up with EverestLabs to introduce AI-driven recycling robotics at a facility in Perth, marking the technology's first international deployment. This effort seeks to boost sorting precision, enhance recovery rates, and tackle labor issues in recycling. Read more
Galaxea AI Raises $100 Million, Plans Humanoid Robots
Beijing-based Galaxea AI has secured over $100 million in funding, boosting its valuation to $700 million. The company aims to produce humanoid robots for homes by 2035, with plans to ship 1,000 units of its R1 humanoid robots by December to both Chinese and U.S. markets. Read more
UNLV and Terbine Partner on AI for Supply Chain
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas is teaming up with Terbine to create an AI platform to improve supply chain logistics through autonomous machine collaboration. Read more
Orchard Robotics Raises $22 Million for AI Farming Tech
Orchard Robotics has secured $22 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI and camera technology for improving agricultural efficiency. The funding will support the expansion of its operations and technology offerings. Read more
Xpanner Introduces X1 Kit for Construction Automation
Xpanner has unveiled the X1 Kit, a retrofit system aimed at boosting automation in the construction sector. This solution is designed to convert existing machinery into software-defined machines, addressing labor shortages and safety issues. Read more
Nvidia and RealSense Partner for AI in Robotics
RealSense has teamed up with Nvidia to enhance AI development in humanoids and autonomous robots by integrating Nvidia's platforms with RealSense's AI depth cameras. Read more

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