Amazon Halts Blue Jay Robotics, Hyundai's $6.9B AI Hub, and NVIDIA's DreamDojo Launch - Robotics Brief #57
February 26, 2026 -
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In this edition of the Robotics Brief, we delve into a series of significant developments in the AI and robotics sectors. Amazon has decided to halt its Blue Jay robotics project, which was initially launched to enhance warehouse operations by sorting and moving packages. The technology from this project will be redirected to support other robotics initiatives within the company. Meanwhile, HII and Path Robotics have announced a collaboration to integrate AI into shipbuilding, focusing on autonomous welding solutions to boost efficiency in the industry.
Additionally, Uber Technologies is making a substantial investment of over $100 million in fast-charging infrastructure to support its autonomous vehicle operations, particularly for robotaxis from partners Waymo and WeRide. In India, AuraML and NVIDIA have launched AuraSim, a multimodal robotics simulation platform designed to enhance factory automation and reduce development costs. These stories highlight the dynamic advancements and strategic partnerships shaping the future of AI and robotics.
In this edition of the Robotics Brief, we delve into a series of significant developments in the AI and robotics sectors. Amazon has decided to halt its Blue Jay robotics project, which was initially launched to enhance warehouse operations by sorting and moving packages. The technology from this project will be redirected to support other robotics initiatives within the company. Meanwhile, HII and Path Robotics have announced a collaboration to integrate AI into shipbuilding, focusing on autonomous welding solutions to boost efficiency in the industry.
Additionally, Uber Technologies is making a substantial investment of over $100 million in fast-charging infrastructure to support its autonomous vehicle operations, particularly for robotaxis from partners Waymo and WeRide. In India, AuraML and NVIDIA have launched AuraSim, a multimodal robotics simulation platform designed to enhance factory automation and reduce development costs. These stories highlight the dynamic advancements and strategic partnerships shaping the future of AI and robotics.
Amazon Halts Blue Jay Robotics Project
Amazon has discontinued its Blue Jay robotics project, aimed at sorting and moving packages in warehouses, only months after its launch. The technology from Blue Jay will be integrated into other robotics initiatives. Read more
HII and Path Robotics Collaborate on AI for Shipbuilding
On February 17, 2026, HII and Path Robotics announced a partnership to integrate AI-driven welding technology into shipbuilding, aiming to improve efficiency and workforce capabilities. Read more
Uber Invests $100 Million in Charging for Waymo and WeRide
Uber Technologies is set to invest over $100 million in fast-charging infrastructure for its autonomous vehicle operations, targeting hubs for robotaxis from partners Waymo and WeRide. Read more
AuraML and NVIDIA Launch AuraSim in India
AuraML has partnered with NVIDIA to launch AuraSim, India's first multimodal robotics simulation platform. The platform aims to enhance factory automation and reduce development costs in the robotics industry. Read more
TerraClear Unveils TerraScout for Autonomous Field Management
TerraClear has launched 'TerraScout', an autonomous robot that helps farmers by capturing high-resolution images to detect rocks and weeds in fields, aiming to improve farm productivity. Read more
Hyundai Invests in Field AI for Robotics Software
Hyundai Motor Group has invested several million dollars in Field AI, a US startup, to enhance its robotics software capabilities. This move is part of Hyundai's strategy to advance its physical AI technology. Read more
MaXon Systems Secures Funding for Autonomous Air Defense
MaXon Systems, a Ukrainian defense technology company, has raised funding to develop an autonomous air defense system to counter mass drone attacks, particularly from Shahed-type drones. Read more
ZenaTech Seeks Green UAS Certification for ZenaDrone 1000
ZenaTech has begun the Green UAS certification for its ZenaDrone 1000, aiming to align with U.S. Department of War procurement standards. This move is intended to ensure cybersecurity and supply chain integrity, expediting defense application approvals. Read more
Virtuals Protocol Launches Eastworld Labs for Humanoid Robots
On February 23, 2026, Virtuals Protocol announced the opening of Eastworld Labs in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to boost the deployment of humanoid robots across various industries. Read more
Hyundai Invests $6.9 Billion in AI and Robotics Hub
Hyundai Motor Group is set to invest $6.9 billion in the Saemangeum area of South Korea over five years. The investment will focus on AI, hydrogen, and robotics, aiming to boost local employment and economic activity. Read more
Wayve Secures $1.2 Billion in Funding
Self-driving tech startup Wayve has raised $1.2 billion in a funding round led by Nvidia, Uber, and major automakers to advance its autonomous driving technology. Read more
Certis Group and FieldAI Partner for Robotics in Security
Certis Group has partnered with FieldAI to enhance the use of autonomous robotics in security operations, aiming to improve efficiency and safety. Read more
Nightfood Holdings Acquires AI Robotics IP
Nightfood Holdings has acquired the intellectual property rights for its BIM-E robotics platform, marking a strategic move in the AI service robotics market. This acquisition is part of a trend towards commercial deployment in response to labor shortages and operational costs. Read more
Scout AI Launches Fury Autonomous Vehicle Orchestrator
Scout AI has introduced its Fury Autonomous Vehicle Orchestrator, a system for managing diverse autonomous air and ground fleets. It translates mission intent into coordinated actions and adapts plans autonomously while involving human operators. Read more
NVIDIA Launches DreamDojo Robot Model
NVIDIA has introduced DreamDojo, an open-source robot world model trained on over 44,711 hours of human video data, enhancing robots' understanding of the world. Read more
Intrinsic Joins Google for AI in Manufacturing
Intrinsic, a robotics software company owned by Alphabet, is joining Google to enhance its physical AI capabilities. The collaboration will involve working with Google DeepMind and utilizing Google’s Gemini AI models and cloud services to advance industrial automation. Read more
Innoviz Technologies Publishes White Paper on Physical AI
Innoviz Technologies has released Part I of a white paper discussing the role of automotive-grade LiDAR in enabling Physical AI and World Models. The paper highlights the importance of high-fidelity 3D data for AI systems interacting with the physical world. Read more
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