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Tech News

Meet the first consumer-ready humanoid robot that’ll do your chores

An American company just launched what they say is the first humanoid robot that is able to do domestic chores.

30/10/2025

Tech News

An electric bike for your feet? Nike says ‘we just did it’

Nike is building what it calls the electric bike for feet, a shoe built to let average runners go further with less effort.

29/10/2025

Business

AI boom: SoftBank to buy ABB’s robotics business for $5.4 billion

The acquisition brings together SoftBank's AI know-how and ABB's robotics expertise as companies race to stay ahead of tech advances.

08/10/2025

Tech News

International Humanoid Olympiad held at the birthplace of Olympics

From boxing to soccer to archery, robots showed off their athletic skills at the first International Humanoid Olympiad held at the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Greece.

03/09/2025

Tech News

This cannibal robot can grow and heal by eating other robots

The Truss Link could, in future, be used to help develop groundbreaking technologies spanning marine research to rescue services and extraterrestrial life.

24/07/2025

Culture news

Disneyland reveals controversial animatronic figure of Walt Disney

The pioneering animator and entrepreneur has been resurrected as an Audio-Animatronic for Disneyland California's 70th anniversary. The first images and sounds of the robot approximation have been revealed – and not everyone is happy.

15/07/2025

Culture news

Why a robotic imitation of Walt Disney is causing controversy

The pioneering animator and entrepreneur has been resurrected as an Audio-Animatronic for Disneyland California's 70th anniversary. His granddaughter calls it 'dehumanizing'.

05/06/2025

Tech News

US robot makers fear Trump tariffs may impact humanoid race with China

Elon Musk warned investors last week that China's countermeasures restricting shipments of rare earth magnets will delay Tesla's development of its Optimus humanoid robots.

02/05/2025

Sci-Tech

How AI and open ecosystems are shaping technology at MWC 2025

In partnership with HONOR

In this episode of Sci-Tech, we explore how AI and open ecosystems are driving discussions at the Mobile World Congress 2025, with companies showcasing innovations in automation, connectivity, and cross-device integration.

10/03/2025

Focus

AI and tech innovations shape MWC 2025 in Barcelona

In this episode of Focus, we’re at Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona, exploring AI, robotics, and cybersecurity innovations shaping the future of technology, with insights from industry leaders and exhibitors.

10/03/2025

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Ever more efficient robots at CES

Formerly known as the Consumer Electronics Show, CES attracts participants and exhibitors from all over the world to Las Vegas.

09/01/2025

Home

CES 2025: From vacuums to pet robots, AI gadgets take centre stage

The annual Consumer Electronics Show opens on January 7 and will host over 4,500 exhibitors in Las Vegas.

07/01/2025

World News

Artificial intelligence dominates Lisbon's Web Summit 2024 exhibitions

More than 3,000 companies from dozens of countries showcased advanced technology: from companies that certify wood exports via WhatsApp to flying vehicles that are are a cross between multicopter and aeroplane and promise to revolutionise air travel.

14/11/2024

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Meet ‘Rover', the AI-driven robot dog

Built with advanced machine learning, Rover navigates factory spaces autonomously, scanning equipment, monitoring temperatures, and ensuring the smooth operation of the electric vehicle manufacturing process.

30/10/2024

Euronews Witness

Who's afraid of Artificial Intelligence?

From industry to healthcare to the media and even the creative arts, artificial intelligence is already having an impact on our daily lives. It's hailed by advocates as a gift to humanity, but others worry about the long-term effects on society.

04/10/2024

Health news

Robot-assisted kidney surgery performed for the first time on UK child

The device has been trialled on adults for three years and demonstrated faster recovery times, less postoperative pain, and less time in the hospital.

07/08/2024

Work

A new, controllable extra thumb is meant to enhance productivity

Nearly 600 members of the public tested the device, with just four unable to use it at the Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition in 2022.

31/05/2024

Health news

Spanish doctors perform first robotic heart surgery on teenagers

Medics at two hospitals in Barcelona operated on two teenagers with congenital heart disorders for the first time with modernised robotic techniques.

13/04/2024

Tech News

How do people feel about robots in most G7 countries? Uncomfortable

Most people fear that overly sentient androids will replace human jobs and social interactions, according to the results of a new survey.

12/04/2024

Tech News

Commission plans robotics strategy early 2025

The European Commission will publish an EU-wide strategy paper next year to ensure synergy across the continent in the uptake of AI-powered robotics.

22/01/2024