Tesla's Optimus Raises the Bar for Everyday Robots
Tesla's Optimus robot represents a leap forward in integrating robotics into daily life. Designed to assist with household tasks, Optimus is equipped with advanced AI and tactile sensors, enabling it to perform delicate operations like picking up eggs without breaking them. This development aligns with Musk's vision of creating a versatile Home Droid that can seamlessly integrate into domestic environments.
Robot Sighting in San Francisco
On May 7, 2025, a robot was navigating the streets of San Francisco, reportedly running errands.
Loki Robotics Unveils Autonomous Cleaning Robot
Loki Robotics, a Swiss-based company, has introduced a new autonomous cleaning robot aimed at revolutionizing maintenance in commercial office spaces. The robot is designed to alleviate the burden of monotonous cleaning tasks, allowing human workers to focus on more engaging responsibilities.
The Operating System of the Humanoid Home
In 2031, it’s no longer remarkable for a household to run on five or more humanoid robots. From childcare to eldercare, from security to meal prep, machines are quietly handling the work that used to consume our time, energy, and attention.
Humanoids are everywhere, but they don’t speak the same language. Each one runs on a different system, with its own app, routines, and update cycle. That’s not just inefficient — it’s unsustainable.
Morgan Stanley Calls It: $5 Trillion Humanoid Robot Market by 2050 – And That Might Be Too Conservative
Morgan Stanley has set the stage for one of the biggest technological booms of the century: the global humanoid robot market is projected to generate a staggering $4.7 trillion annually by 2050, with 1 billion units deployed worldwide. And if you're following the explosive momentum of AI and robotics, that number may end up being a floor, not a ceiling.
LimX Dynamics Unveils CL-3: A Leap Forward in Humanoid Robotics
LimX Dynamics, a Chinese robotics startup, has introduced its latest humanoid robot, the CL-3, marking a significant advancement from its predecessors, the CL-1 and CL-2.
Meet Ameca: The Robot That’s Almost Too Human
Ameca isn't some clunky, slow-moving machine from a retro sci-fi movie — it's the real deal. Designed by Engineered Arts, Ameca is the world's most advanced human-shaped robot, and it’s here to make you double-take, rethink your life choices, and maybe even question if you’re the real human in the room.
Humanoid Robots: Pioneering a Safer Future in Hazardous Work Environments
In a recent post, The Humanoid Hub highlighted the transformative potential of humanoid robots in mitigating human exposure to dangerous work conditions. The post stated: "Humanoid robots will free humans from direct exposure to hazards in jobs like firefighting and pesticide spraying."
Walker C: The Next Leap in Humanoid Robotics
As the world gears up for the Osaka Expo 2025, innovation is already taking center stage—and one of the most exciting developments is UBTECH’s latest-generation humanoid robot, Walker C. Now serving as an intelligent tour guide at the China Pavilion, Walker C is showcasing just how far social robotics has come.
TED 2025: HouseBot Takes Center Stage in the Future of Smart Living
At TED 2025, the opening presentation wasn’t just another keynote—it was a bold declaration that HouseBots is no longer the future. It’s now.
Samsung's Ballie HouseBot Set to Transform Homes this Summer
Samsung's innovative HouseBot, Ballie, is set to make its debut in the United States and South Korea this summer. First introduced in 2020, Ballie has undergone significant enhancements, now featuring integration with Google's Gemini AI, which empowers it with advanced conversational abilities and a suite of interactive features.
Clone Robotics Unveils Protoclone: The Most Humanlike Synthetic Body Yet
In a move straight out of sci-fi and into the real world, Clone Robotics has just released a new video showcasing its latest creation: Protoclone, a synthetic human body designed with jaw-dropping realism. With over 200 degrees of freedom and powered by more than 1,000 artificial muscles, Protoclone is arguably the most mechanically advanced humanoid form ever revealed to the public.
Move Digital Enters the Home Robotics Race with AI-Powered Manufacturing
In a strategic move that underscores the growing convergence of artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and robotics, Move Digital Ltd. has announced its expansion into the household robotics sector. Known for its expertise in AI and blockchain technologies, the company aims to revolutionize domestic life by developing AI-enabled robots designed to assist with everyday tasks.
Humanoid Robots to Compete in Beijing Half-Marathon
In a groundbreaking fusion of technology and athletics, the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area is set to host the world's first humanoid robot half-marathon on April 13, 2025. This pioneering event will see humanoid robots and human runners sharing the same 21.0975-kilometer course, albeit in separate lanes to ensure safety.
Figure AI Accelerates Timeline for In-Home Humanoid Robot Testing
In a significant development for the home robotics industry, Figure AI has announced plans to commence alpha testing of its humanoid robot, Figure 02, in residential settings later this year. This marks a notable advancement from the company's original schedule, underscoring rapid progress in their artificial intelligence capabilities.
NEO by 1X: The Humanoid Home Assistant That’s Closer Than You Think
In a recent profile from The New York Times, journalist Cade Metz takes us inside the world of 1X Technologies, a company leading the charge in developing humanoid robots powered by cutting-edge AI. Their star creation? A robot named NEO—and it's not just another science project.
AGIBOT and Pi Join Forces to Unlock Multimodal Embodied Intelligence in HouseBots
In a major move set to reshape the landscape of humanoid robotics, Chinese robotics firm AGIBOT has announced a strategic collaboration with Pi, a frontier artificial intelligence company, to pioneer the development of multimodal embodied intelligence. The partnership centers on leveraging VLA (Vision-Language-Action) architectures, enabling humanoid robots to autonomously complete complex, real-world life tasks with minimal human intervention.
Figure Robotics: Leading the Charge in Humanoid Robot Mass Production
The robotics industry is witnessing a revolution, and at the forefront stands Figure, a self-built robot manufacturing powerhouse. With a self-developed AI-driven humanoid robot model, Figure has already introduced Figure01 and Figure02 to the market, with a third-generation prototype currently under development.
Zippy: The Robotic Chef Bringing Michelin-Quality Cuisine to Every Kitchen
The culinary world is on the brink of a revolution, and leading the charge is Zippy, a robotic chef designed to craft Michelin-quality dishes with unmatched precision and consistency. While the idea of a robot preparing gourmet meals may sound futuristic, Zippy is already working alongside Michelin-star chefs, redefining the boundaries of fine dining and automation.
Disrupting Robotics: A $14K Bimanual Robot for Everyone
In the ever-evolving world of robotics, cost and complexity have often been barriers preventing wider adoption. But what if building and operating a high-functionality bimanual HouseBot was as simple as a Python package? After a year of relentless development, we are thrilled to introduce our $14,000 bimanual robot—a game-changer in accessible robotics.