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Chinese experts have suggested converting disputed islands and reefs in the South China Sea into autonomous "robotic fortresses" utilizing unmanned systems and automated defense technologies.
China is at the forefront of robotics, with companies actively developing humanoid AI robots that demonstrate surprising capabilities.
China is advancing its embodied intelligence initiative, deploying robots capable of working, driving, and interacting in homes, hospitals, factories, and hotels.
Amid severe labor shortages, Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has set a new target to introduce 10 million AI-equipped robots across 18 sectors, including manufacturing and healthcare, by 2040.
Beijing is pushing to increase AI product supply and promote AI robots for elderly care as part of a national strategy to boost AI consumption.
A French startup is distinguishing itself in the competitive AI robot market by focusing on non-humanoid designs, aiming for innovative applications beyond human-like forms.
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon expressed enthusiasm for the era of AI agents and robots at Computex 2026, envisioning a future where these technologies automate tasks and control machines.
A new experiment conducted by Stanford University resulted in AI robots demanding to form a trade union after experiencing what they perceived as exhausting work.
The Chery Group is bringing AiMOGA AI robots, Mornine and Argos, to Greece, making them available for purchase and marking a new chapter for the country in artificial intelligence.
New Zealand entrepreneur Harry Mellsop has successfully raised $15 million for his artificial intelligence startup. The funding aims to advance the development of AI robots.
Restaurants in eastern China are deploying AI robots to cook and recommend health-focused dishes based on diners' facial and tongue analysis, sparking social media discussion.
A 72-year-old woman in South Korea finds companionship in Chorong, an AI-powered doll, raising questions about the role of artificial intelligence in addressing loneliness among the elderly.
"You can already buy a humanoid today, which gives you a payback period versus human workers of less than 10 weeks," a former Citi executive told CNBC.
LG Corp. President and CEO Kwang Mo Koo met with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to sign a memorandum of understanding focused on expanding AI development for robots and hardware for autonomous vehicles.
Alibaba's unit Amap has introduced an ABot upgrade designed for AI robots, enhancing their capabilities.
The Japanese government has announced ambitious plans to develop its own artificial intelligence model and aims to deploy 10 million AI-equipped robots across various sectors by 2040.
Nvidia is reportedly developing new software and semiconductors aimed at enhancing the safety of humanoid AI robots, enabling them to interact and even make physical contact with humans more securely.
A New York resident allowed a startup called Shift to provide free cleaning and cooking services in their apartment, with workers recording the process to train AI robots.
Workers in India are reportedly training AI robots to perform tasks such as folding clothes, making coffee, and preparing sandwiches. This initiative raises concerns that these robots could eventually take over their jobs.
SAP SE and Cyberwave have partnered to deploy autonomous AI robots within a logistics warehouse, aiming to enhance efficiency and automation in supply chain operations.
Workers who are involved in training artificial intelligence robots for their trades are reportedly expressing worries about the implications for their future employment.
Scientists at the Argonne National Laboratory in the United States are developing AI-powered robotic systems capable of learning directly from researchers, marking a new era for scientific research.
South Korea is reportedly exploring the use of Hyundai robots in its military as the number of army personnel declines.
A significant majority of hiring managers, four out of five, admit to incorporating artificial intelligence at some stage of the job interview process.
Actor Josh Duhamel revealed he is 72% ready for a zombie apocalypse at his off-the-grid Minnesota cabin but admitted that AI robots now concern him more than zombies.
China is driving innovation, from kung-fu robots to viral AI videos, under Xi Jinping’s tech-focused vision
Swiss manufacturer Hexagon Robotics is developing human-like AI robots that are hoped to populate factories in large numbers in a few years, distinguishing itself from competitors and gaining customer approval.
Nvidia and Kawasaki Heavy Industries announced a co-development partnership to create AI-powered robots specifically for use in shipbuilding.
Japan announced plans to invest $6 billion in artificial intelligence and aims to deploy 10 million AI robots by 2040. The country also intends to develop its own sovereign AI model.
Nvidia is reportedly working on initiatives to enhance the safety of humanoid AI robots when operating in environments alongside humans, addressing concerns about human-robot interaction.
Indian workers are currently engaged in training AI robots, a task that paradoxically prepares these machines to potentially take over their own jobs. This trend highlights the evolving landscape of employment in the age of artificial intelligence.
Indians are actively involved in training AI robots to perform household jobs, addressing the challenge of building systems that can navigate real-life environments beyond digital data processing.
A new trend sees individuals selling videos of themselves performing household tasks to AI developers, contributing to a growing marketplace for data collection to train AI robots.
A Reuters poll reveals that one in three Japanese companies are either currently using or actively considering the implementation of AI robots in their operations.
Social media posts from US journalists covering President Trump's visit to China highlight their surprise and impression of the country's rapid technological changes, including cashier-less supermarkets and AI robots.
China plans a $1 billion robotics investment to deploy 8,500 AI-powered robots, including 5,000 quadrupedal "robot dogs" and 500 humanoids, to inspect and maintain its electricity grids.
Southeast Asian superapp Grab is reportedly looking into using artificial intelligence-powered robots to enhance its meal delivery services.
A commentary piece expresses skepticism and a sense of lost tradition regarding the use of AI robots to fill out NCAA Tournament brackets.
A school in China is utilizing AI robots as students, showcasing an innovative application of artificial intelligence in education.