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๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

From Agile Robots to Tesla: Robot Revolution in Factories

German factories are experiencing a robot revolution with machines that resemble humans and are expected to be four times more productive than human workers.

Mar 23 โ€ข 06:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

The Story of Talent: From an Orphanage to Building Top-notch Robots

A story of an individual's journey from living in an orphanage to becoming a builder of advanced robots.

Mar 22 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Renault Replaces Humans with Headless Humanoids โ€“ "True Breakthrough"

Renault plans to introduce a significant number of headless humanoid robots into their production lines by next year, which could reduce labor hours per vehicle by a third.

Mar 21 โ€ข 13:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinaโ€™s Unitree Robotics rides humanoid tide as it targets US$610m IPO

Unitree Robotics has filed for an IPO on Shanghai's Star Market to raise US$610 million, reporting a significant increase in revenue and profit due to the growing interest in embodied artificial intelligence.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Couriers and e-commerce are spending billions on robotics

Zalando is implementing up to 50 robots from the Polish company Nomagic to automate the processing of shoe boxes in its logistics chain.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Fox News AI Newsletter: Wall-climbing robots swarm US Navy warships

The newsletter highlights advancements in AI technology, particularly focused on wall-climbing robots on U.S. Navy warships amidst China's growing naval capabilities.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Robots in the Home: Reality or Science Fiction?

The article discusses the growing presence and market potential of domestic robots in Argentina, as they shift from luxury items to affordable alternatives that ease household chores.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Japan creates monk robot to meet demand for spiritual advice

Japanese scientists have developed a monk robot named Buddharoid to provide spiritual guidance to the public.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
World

Chinese robots amaze the world. Beijing wants to 'conquer' with them as well

China is showcasing advanced robotic technology, aiming to establish a leading position on the global stage.

Mar 19 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Android Soldiers on the Frontlines of the War in Ukraine

Two robotic soldiers have been delivered to Ukraine for battlefield evaluation, marking a significant step in the development of combat robotic systems.

Mar 18 โ€ข 16:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

I test the best four window-cleaning robots and tell you their pros and cons

This article reviews four leading window-cleaning robots, detailing their advantages and disadvantages for potential buyers.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Hyundai built four cool robots for Korean firefighters

Hyundai has donated four advanced firefighting robots to the Korean fire department, designed to operate in high-risk environments.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:27 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

China: Beijing AI and Robotics Expo Highlights Healthcare-Focused Smart Robots

The Beijing AI and Robotics Expo showcases a variety of robots, particularly in the healthcare sector, emphasizing China's advancements in AI technology.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO โŸฉ Robot frenzy in the restaurant โ€“ it broke dishes and workers had to drag it away

A hired robot at a restaurant lost control, breaking dishes and requiring workers to remove it, sparking humor and serious discussions about robot safety.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Dreame launches two vacuum-mopping robots in India, learn about prices and features

Dreame Technologies has launched two new robotic vacuum cleaners in India, designed to simplify home cleaning with integrated sweeping and mopping functions.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Delivery robots using AI are trained by data from 'Pokรฉmon Go' players

Niantic, the owner of 'Pokรฉmon Go', utilizes user-generated data to enhance its AI models for delivery robots.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

STM signs agreement with Nvidia for new humanoid robots and AI

StMicroelectronics has signed a strategic agreement with Nvidia to advance the development of humanoid robots and AI technologies.

Mar 18 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government to invest 750 billion won in smart glasses and safety robots... "We will accelerate AI transition"

The South Korean government plans to invest over 750 billion won to support the development of AI applications, including industrial robots, to accelerate the transition to artificial intelligence.

Mar 17 โ€ข 23:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

US sounds alarm over Chinaโ€™s humanoid robots amid security concerns

US lawmakers are raising alarms about China's rapid advancements in humanoid robots, urging a coordinated policy response to counter potential security threats.

Mar 17 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] Kitchen Robots Serving School Lunch Workers... "53 Units Deployed Nationwide, but Effectiveness Not Felt"

School cafeteria workers express dissatisfaction with the effectiveness of newly introduced kitchen robots, which were intended to reduce labor intensity but have not significantly improved their working conditions.

Mar 17 โ€ข 20:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hyundai Motor Union, Stephen Hawking, Same Thought as President Lee [Ha Jong-kang Column]

The Hyundai Motor Union opposes the introduction of robots at the workplace, insisting on labor-management negotiations to mitigate negative impacts.

Mar 17 โ€ข 20:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

AI and robots are entering warships. A revolution in the US Navy

Gecko Robotics is deploying AI and robotics to enhance ship maintenance and inspections in the US Navy, increasing efficiency significantly.

Mar 17 โ€ข 20:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The hidden side of Pokรฉmon Go: millions of players helped create the world map that robots will use

The article discusses how millions of Pokรฉmon Go players inadvertently contributed to the creation of detailed 3D maps for robotics applications.

Mar 17 โ€ข 12:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

WATCH: Wall-climbing robot swarms crawl US Navy warships as Chinaโ€™s fleet surges

The U.S. Navy is set to deploy wall-climbing robots on its warships to enhance maintenance and readiness amid increasing competition with China's expanding naval fleet.

Mar 17 โ€ข 12:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Life & Tech

The Mother of Artificial Intelligence: "Hereโ€™s Why Robots Will Not Replace Us"

Luigia Carlucci Aiello, a pioneering scientist in Italy, discusses the resilience of human beings in the face of advancing artificial intelligence technologies.

Mar 17 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian forces killed nearly 700 Russian troops using remote mining in February

Ukrainian forces utilized remote mining techniques to kill approximately 700 Russian troops in February 2026, primarily using drones and ground robots.

Mar 16 โ€ข 18:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

From Game to World Map: Played Pokรฉmon Go? Your Data Now Powers Delivery Robots

The gameplay data collected from millions of Pokรฉmon Go users is now being utilized by Niantic to navigate delivery robots through urban areas.

Mar 16 โ€ข 17:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Did you catch Pokรฉmon with your cell phone? You helped create a 3D model of the world to train robots

The developers of Pokรฉmon Go utilized billions of images collected by millions of users to create a visual alternative to GPS for training robots and future artificial intelligences.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
World

Will robots kill you in the future war? 'There is a catch,' says the manufacturer

Estonian startups are revolutionizing warfare with autonomous robots and drones, raising concerns about their potential dangers in future conflicts.

Mar 16 โ€ข 13:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
World

Battle Humanoids in Action. Two Test Their Abilities in Ukraine

The article discusses tests of humanoid robots being conducted in Ukraine.

Mar 15 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Will they take over our work and tax payments? How robots and artificial intelligence will change the economy and social system

Elon Musk claims that advancements in artificial intelligence will make humans obsolete in the workforce and allow for a universal basic income, but many economists criticize his views as unrealistic.

Mar 14 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
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 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India will bring inexpensive robots, will compete with the world, Rahul Shah announced the launch date

India is set to introduce affordable humanoid robots designed to inspire students and compete internationally, as discussed by Rahul Shah at the India Today Conclave 2026.

Mar 14 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช 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 โ€ข 12:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ 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 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Testing the War of the Future: The First Combat Humanoids Arrive in Ukraine

Ukraine has received two Phantom MK-1 humanoid robots for military use as part of an ongoing test of robotic soldiers in combat conditions.

Mar 14 โ€ข 11:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Between vaults, shelters and robots: a journey into Fai destinations

The 'Spring FAI Days' event in Lombardy offers Milan residents chances to explore unique cultural locations, including historical sites and robotics demonstrations.

Mar 14 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

Devices resembling retail robots are shooting enemies in Ukraine โ€“ this is what they look like

In Ukraine, devices that resemble commercial robots are currently being deployed in combat zones, demonstrating advanced military technology.

Mar 13 โ€ข 19:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Two humanoid soldier robots delivered to Ukraine by US company โ€“ Time

The US company Foundation delivered two Phantom MK-1 humanoid soldier robots to Ukraine for frontline reconnaissance support in February.

Mar 13 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Roborock becomes the number 1 brand in the world for smart cleaning robots according to IDC

Roborock has been announced as the world's leading brand in smart cleaning robots for 2025 based on IDC's shipment volume and market share data.

Mar 13 โ€ข 13:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Instead of closing factories, a European giant introduces humanoids

STMicro is employing humanoid robots in its semiconductor production facilities as a response to increasing pressure from global competition, particularly from China.

Mar 13 โ€ข 12:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

Giant Gym for Robots Opens in Germany โ€“ See What They Teach the Machines

A giant gym for robots is opening in Germany where humanoid robots are trained by human instructors to perform everyday tasks.

Mar 13 โ€ข 09:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

The Light and Shadow of Robots that Became Friends

This article explores the emotional and psychological relationship humans develop with robots, particularly cleaning robots like Roomba, as they are anthropomorphized and perceived as companions.

Mar 12 โ€ข 20:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Other Side of China's Robot March โ€“ How Hundreds Queue for Jobs in Shanghai Even for a Day

In Shanghai, numerous job seekers gather early in the morning, highlighting the challenges facing unskilled workers amid rising automation.

Mar 12 โ€ข 03:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Linus Larsson: AI company said no to 'murder robots' โ€“ became Trump's target

The AI company Anthropic declined to develop military robots, leading to it being blacklisted by the Pentagon while OpenAI secured contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense.

Mar 11 โ€ข 19:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Dr. Cui Yan, AI Expert: "Robots Will Care for Children and the Elderly"

Dr. Cui Yan discusses the future impact of artificial intelligence on society, particularly regarding its applications in child and elderly care, as shared during a conference in China.

Mar 11 โ€ข 13:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Houses from the Factory: "In four years AI will build apartments"

The article discusses how the company Gropyus is leveraging robots and technology for hybrid wooden construction, projecting that AI could eventually construct apartments within the next four years.

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Without light and without humans, the Chinese project to produce cars in 100% automated factories by robots

The article discusses the concept of 'dark factories' in China, which are fully automated, operate without human presence, and are designed to produce cars using advanced technologies.

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Dancing with Robots

The 2026 Smart Factory and Automation Exhibition showcased robots, including a dancing Chinese humanoid, in Seoul.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Scientists create 'mini robots' that can dissolve kidney stones inside the body without surgery

A group of scientists has developed mini robots that can dissolve kidney stones within the urinary tract without the need for surgery.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:03 UTC

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