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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

How the humanoid robot designed to identify targets and use weapons in wars works

An American company is developing a humanoid robot, Phantom-01, designed for military applications, capable of autonomous operations including target identification.

Mar 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Dancing robot loses control and needs to be restrained in a restaurant in the USA

A humanoid robot malfunctioned during a dance performance at a restaurant in California, causing chaos by knocking over tables and food.

Mar 19 • 19:53 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Macao: a woman hospitalized after being frightened by a humanoid robot while walking

A woman in Macao was hospitalized after being startled by a humanoid robot while taking a stroll.

Mar 18 • 08:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Robot Goes Out of Control After Seeing Woman, Arrested; Video Goes Viral

A humanoid robot caused a commotion in Macau after scaring an elderly woman, leading to its 'arrest' by police and sparking viral videos online.

Mar 17 • 03:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

A humanoid robot was 'detained' for scaring a woman

In Macau, a humanoid robot was 'detained' after scaring a 70-year-old woman who required hospitalization due to emotional distress.

Mar 16 • 14:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Robot that threatened a woman was taken by police; victim says 'heart was racing', taken to hospital

A humanoid robot that threatened a woman in her 70s in Macau was taken by police after the incident caused her to feel uncomfortable, leading to a hospital visit.

Mar 16 • 05:49 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Robot War. An American startup is developing humanoids for the Pentagon

An American startup is creating humanoid robots designed for the Pentagon amid rising interest in military technology.

Mar 14 • 18:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

VIDEO: Does this humanoid robot really know how to do everything by itself, or is someone secretly controlling it?

Figure AI's new humanoid robot, Figure 03, is showcased cleaning a living room autonomously, sparking excitement and skepticism about the future of autonomous robots.

Mar 14 • 12:16 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

This weird-looking humanoid robot could help China conquer the moon: scientists

Chinese scientists have developed a humanoid robot designed for lunar operations, which can traverse the moon's surface while performing various tasks.

Mar 14 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

A robot was arrested for horrifying a woman on the street: she had to be hospitalized

A humanoid robot was detained in Macau after startling a 70-year-old woman, who subsequently required hospitalization due to the shock.

Mar 13 • 21:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Humanoid robot learns 'Cearense' and becomes an attraction at industry fair

A humanoid robot named Atlas, capable of expressing typical Cearense phrases and interacting with the public, has become a highlight at the Industry Fair in Fortaleza, Brazil.

Mar 9 • 18:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Robot Job Destruction Comes Faster Than Robot Tax

The article discusses the imminent arrival of humanoid robots like Boston Dynamics' Atlas, which could significantly impact job markets by serving practical purposes in factories.

Mar 7 • 00:02 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Is China training an army of robots? Nope, it’s an AI-generated video

Recent videos claiming that China is training humanoid robot soldiers have been revealed as AI-generated fakes, highlighting the dangers of misinformation.

Mar 5 • 18:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Expansion of Support for K-Humanoid Research and Development and Validation"... Strengthening Government-Industry Cooperation

The Korean government is collaborating with the robotics industry to enhance the competitiveness of the humanoid robot ecosystem.

Mar 5 • 02:27 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

If the Future of AI is a Dancing Robot

The article discusses the potential future of artificial intelligence, particularly the prospects of humanoid robots, as showcased at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

Mar 3 • 16:33 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

China's compact humanoid robot shows off balance and flips

The EngineAI PM01 humanoid robot demonstrates advanced balance and recovery capabilities by executing controlled movements even after being pushed off balance.

Mar 3 • 12:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Previewing the Future of Physical AI... Hyundai to Unveil Atlas in Korea at ‘AW 2026’

Hyundai Motor Group is set to unveil its autonomous mobility robot platform, MobED, and the humanoid robot Atlas at the AW 2026 event in Seoul, marking their first presentation in South Korea.

Mar 3 • 09:21 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
Life & Tech

China’s Honor debuts robot phone and humanoid companion in push into AI hardware

Honor has launched a robot phone equipped with a motorized arm and humanoid companion, showcasing innovative AI features aimed at revolutionizing mobile and companion technology.

Mar 1 • 13:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

WARNING VIDEO: Nina bloody and twisted - this is what happens when you go to help a humanoid robot

A viral video shows a humanoid robot in China losing balance and injuring its operator, highlighting the dangers associated with robotic technology.

Feb 23 • 10:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Is this the most unusual robot in a long time?

Droidup, a Chinese company, has introduced a new humanoid robot model named Moya, which features warmth similar to that of a human and is set to be released for sale later this year.

Feb 22 • 18:48 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

China Leads the 'Robot Revolution' and Achieves Astonishing Numbers

China is at the forefront of a global technological race in robotics, with a projected significant increase in humanoid robot production driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and government investments.

Feb 22 • 09:44 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Meet Digit: Toyota’s newest worker doesn’t need coffee breaks

Toyota Canada introduces Digit, a humanoid robot designed to enhance operational efficiency at their Woodstock assembly plant.

Feb 21 • 22:57 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

China Awakens the Fury for Humanoid Robots: A $200 Billion Market Heading to the Stock Exchange

China is leading the charge in the humanoid robot market, with plans for significant stock market debuts from several companies amid a shift in focus from car manufacturing to android development.

Feb 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

Torbjörn Petersson: China's Robot Show Impresses - But Can We Trust What We See?

The article discusses a recent robot show in China featuring humanoid robots that performed impressive feats, raising questions about the authenticity of such demonstrations.

Feb 17 • 16:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: The world's fastest humanoid robot runs faster than a human: top speed 35 km/h

A Chinese robotics company has unveiled a humanoid robot named Bolt that can run at a speed of 35 km/h, surpassing many top sprinters.

Feb 17 • 12:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Will Robot Doctors Treat the Rich or the Poor?

Elon Musk claims that Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, will outperform human surgeons within three years, raising questions about the future role of AI in medicine.

Feb 17 • 04:25 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Watch.. China launches the first professional league for humanoid robot combat

China has launched the world's first professional league dedicated to humanoid robot combat, showcasing advanced AI technologies and martial arts algorithms.

Feb 14 • 09:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Boxing Among Robots, a Remarkable Championship Begins in China

China has launched a unique championship called the Ultimate Robot Knockout League, where humanoid robots will compete against each other in boxing matches.

Feb 14 • 01:43 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

World's fastest humanoid robot runs 22 MPH

A humanoid robot named Bolt has achieved a unprecedented speed of 22 miles per hour, setting a new record for humanoid robots during real-world testing.

Feb 13 • 17:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Warm-skinned AI robot with camera eyes is seriously creepy

A Shanghai startup has unveiled Moya, the world’s first biometric AI robot, which has raised concerns due to its unsettlingly human-like appearance.

Feb 12 • 11:28 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

MMA of Robots: The World's First Humanoid Robot Fighting League Opened in China, the Winner Earns Over a Million Dollars

China has launched the world's first humanoid robot fighting league, named Ultimate Robot Knockout Legend, featuring advanced T800 robots competing against each other.

Feb 11 • 12:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

“Robots take over the supermarket” surprised employees... E-Mart robot store 'crowded'

A crowd gathered at the Electro Mart store in Yeongdeungpo, Seoul, to witness a robot demonstration featuring humanoid and robotic dog robots, generating excitement among visitors.

Feb 11 • 06:58 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Humanoid robots are getting smaller, safer and closer

A New York robotics startup, Fauna Robotics, has unveiled a compact humanoid robot named Sprout, designed for safe operation in public spaces like homes, schools, and offices.

Feb 10 • 17:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Dramatic Training Video of 'Atlas' Running on Ice and Tumbling Released

Hyundai Group is preparing to deploy its humanoid robot Atlas in production, showcasing its advanced capabilities in a recent training video.

Feb 9 • 08:01 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Of All Things, an Automotive Supplier - The Great Beneficiary of Musk Comes from Germany

Schaeffler's stock has doubled in value over the past six months, capitalizing on the growing humanoid robot sector despite a crisis in the automotive industry.

Feb 7 • 13:28 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Plenković talked with a robot, someone shouted: "One is Ante". Plenković: Gotovina, right?

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković engaged with RINNO, the country's first humanoid robot, during a session of the National Council for Digital Transformation, sparking humorous comments from attendees.

Feb 6 • 13:43 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

PHOTO/VIDEO Plenković asked the robot if it can sit, the answer made everyone present laugh

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković presided over a meeting of the National Council for Digital Transformation, where he interacted with humanoid robots designed to assist people in daily tasks.

Feb 6 • 10:52 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Countdown to Humanoids Commercialization: 'Safety and Reliability Are Top Priorities'

A humanoid robot demonstrated its capabilities in a package handling environment, showcasing potential for enhanced safety and efficiency in logistical tasks through careful training and learning.

Feb 6 • 10:11 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Another Chinese Wonder: This Robot Runs at Sprinter's Pace and is Named Bolt

The Chinese robotics company MirrorMe Technology has unveiled a humanoid robot named Bolt, achieving a top speed of 10 meters per second (36 km/h), marking a significant advancement over previously created bipedal robots.

Feb 5 • 15:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

For Living Spaces – This AI Humanoid Robot Could Easily Deceive in the Dark

DroidUp, a Chinese robotics company, unveiled its latest creation, Moya, the world's first advanced humanoid robot, in Shanghai, showcasing its ability to mimic human-like behaviors.

Feb 4 • 13:13 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

By 2040, 53 million humanoid robots will work; the era is coming fast

The global humanoid robot market is entering a phase of mass production and commercialization, with projections indicating that over 53 million humanoid robots will be deployed by 2040, effectively replacing human labor in various sectors.

Feb 4 • 05:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

21st Century Atlas and 19th Century Luddites [Oh Cheol-woo's Science Landscape]

The article discusses the rise of humanoid robots like Atlas and Optimus and the ongoing debate about their potential to replace human workers, alongside concerns raised by labor unions regarding robot integration without agreements.

Feb 3 • 20:13 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Myth of the Iron-Shouldered and Basic Society

The article discusses the mythological figure Atlas and parallels it with the modern humanoid robot named Atlas developed by Hyundai Motor Group, highlighting the themes of sacrifice, labor, and technology.

Feb 3 • 10:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Can we only say that we cannot avoid Atlas

The discussion centers on the tension between Hyundai's labor union and the introduction of the humanoid robot 'Atlas', emphasizing the ongoing automation in the workplace despite fears of job losses.

Feb 3 • 07:34 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

When a robot topples: China’s Xpeng deals with fallout from humanoid’s public plunge

Xpeng Motors faced backlash after its humanoid robot fell during a public demonstration in Shenzhen, drawing comparisons to the challenges of learning to walk.

Feb 2 • 11:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The First Croatian Humanoid Robot Visited Zagreb: 'Robots Are Not a Threat to Humans'

Tanka, the first Croatian humanoid robot developed by Vandri Robotics, garnered significant attention during its visit to Zagreb, showcasing the potential roles of humanoid robots in tourism, education, and public spaces.

Jan 16 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
Life & Tech

China dominates global humanoid robot market with over 80% of installations

China captured over 80% of the global humanoid robot market in 2025, led by companies like AgiBot and Unitree Robotics, with predictions of significant market growth by 2027.

Jan 16 • 09:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

A vacuum that climbs stairs and a smart ring that measures blood pressure: What did this year's CES tech fair offer?

The 2026 CES showcased a variety of household humanoid robots and innovative tech products, including LG's cooking robot and AgiBot's dancing robot X2.

Jan 12 • 16:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Čapek's Robots? It Might Sound Didactic, But Look at What Musk's Optimus Can Do

The article explores the legacy of Karel Čapek’s concept of robots in his play R.U.R. and compares it to the capabilities of Elon Musk's humanoid robot, Optimus.

Jan 12 • 07:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

The Chinese challenge Tesla. They enter the USA with humanoid robots

Agibot's portfolio, announced at CES, features three humanoid robots and one quadrupedal robot aimed at assisting people in real-world situations, with plans to penetrate the American market dominated by Tesla and Boston Dynamics.

Jan 9 • 18:35 UTC

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