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- 1SiMa.ai raises $150m at $1.45bn valuation for physical AI chipsโSiMa.ai raises $150m at a $1.45bn valuation for physical AI chips
SiMa.ai has raised $150 million in a funding round that values the semiconductor startup at $1.45 billion. The company builds chips designed for physical AI, running machine learning workloads in edge devices such as sensors, robots and industrial equipment. The funding positions the firm among a wave of AI hardware companies attracting fresh capital as investors chase chips that move AI processing out of the data centre.
- 2China's embodied AI robots move from lab to real jobsโOut of the robot classroom: China's embodied AI takes on real-world jobs
Chinese state media is highlighting the country's push in embodied AI, robots that learn tasks and then carry them out in real workplaces rather than staying in research settings. The report points to machines moving out of demonstration classrooms into practical jobs in industry and services, part of China's broader effort to lead in humanoid and industrial robotics.
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The US Food and Drug Administration has released draft guidance for surgical robots, setting out proposed recommendations for devices used in robotic-assisted surgery. The guidance, reported by MedTech Dive, gives manufacturers and healthcare providers a framework to review. Stakeholders can weigh in before the agency finalizes its position.
- 4Unitree stages mass humanoid robot livestream performanceโThe World's Largest-Scale Full-Size Humanoid Robot Real-Time Livestream Performance
Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics has carried out what it calls the world's largest-scale performance of full-size humanoid robots, streamed in real time. Footage shows a coordinated group of the company's humanoids moving together in sync. The event has drawn hundreds of thousands of reactions, fueling fresh online debate about how quickly China's humanoid robotics industry is advancing.
- 5Mark Cuban Doubts Elon Musk's Humanoid Robot BetโElon Musk Might Be Betting on Humanoid Robots, But Mark Cuban Says They May Not Last 10 Years: 'Would You
Mark Cuban is publicly questioning the future of humanoid robots, saying he does not expect them to last 10 years, a direct challenge to Elon Musk's heavy bet on the technology. Musk's Tesla is investing heavily in its Optimus humanoid robot program, and Cuban's skeptical remarks have sparked debate among investors and tech watchers about whether humanoid robots are a lasting industry or an overhyped bet.
- 6Yuelu Conference 2026 Gathers AI Industry in ChangshaโThe # Yuelu # Conference 2026 brought artificial intelligence companies, # robotics # developers , researchers and # inv
The Yuelu Conference 2026 opened in Changsha, Hunan Province, China, on September 23โ24, bringing together artificial intelligence companies, robotics developers, researchers and investors. The event featured an opening ceremony, ten themed "AI+" forums and investor sessions, positioning Changsha as a growing hub for China's AI and robotics sectors.
- 7Robotic Dogs Take On New Forms and Mission RolesโRobotic Dogs Are Taking Different Forms As Their Mission Roles Expand
Robotic dogs are being redesigned into different shapes and configurations as their roles expand beyond inspection and patrol into a wider range of mission applications. Manufacturers are adapting the four-legged platforms for varied tasks across industrial, security and research settings. The trend highlights how quadruped robots are moving from novelty demonstrations toward practical, specialised working tools in the field.
- 8Japan Unveils New Generation of Friendly Companion RobotsโAdorable, Approachable Androids? New Japanese Takes on Robotic Companions
Japanese developers are presenting a new wave of androids designed as approachable, adorable robotic companions rather than industrial machines. The devices aim to blend into everyday life, offering company and assistance with a friendlier, more human-like presence. Observers are weighing whether these companion robots mark a shift in how Japan designs and markets social robotics to the public.
- 9Honda-backed project studies trust between humans and robotsโHonda-backed project focuses on trust between humans and robots
A project backed by Honda is focusing on the relationship of trust between humans and robots, according to an announcement from Cal State Fullerton. The research initiative examines how people come to rely on robotic systems as robots become more common in daily life and work. The university highlighted the partnership as an example of industry collaboration supporting academic research into human-robot interaction.
- 10Gecko Robotics partners with NVIDIA on AI agent securityโGecko Robotics works with NVIDIA to add AI agent security and control
Gecko Robotics is working with NVIDIA to add security and control capabilities for AI agents, according to The Robot Report. The partnership pairs Gecko's robotics inspection expertise with NVIDIA's AI infrastructure to govern how autonomous agents operate. Details on timelines or specific products were not disclosed, but the move reflects growing industry focus on safely deploying AI-driven robotics in industrial settings.
- 11Siemens Launches New Machine Tool Robot in North AmericaโSiemens Brings New Machine Tool Robot to North American Market
Siemens has introduced a new machine tool robot to the North American market, expanding its industrial automation portfolio in the region. The launch targets manufacturers looking to automate machine tending and related tasks. Industry coverage highlights the move as part of Siemens' broader push into robotics as demand for automation grows across North American manufacturing.