AI-Engineered Robot Jumps 41% Higher, and Sticks the Landing Like a Gymnast

AI-Engineered Robot Jumps 41% Higher, and Sticks the Landing Like a Gymnast

Robots just got a serious upgrade, and it's not from a new servo or fancy composite material—it’s from artificial intelligence.

Researchers at MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) have pushed the boundaries of robotics with a leaping machine that outperforms its human-designed counterpart by a remarkable 41% in jump height, thanks entirely to generative AI design.

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ROKAE’s Humanoid Robots Are Here, Watch Out Tesla!

ROKAE’s Humanoid Robots Are Here, Watch Out Tesla!

ROKAE Robotics, the Beijing-based frontrunner in industrial automation, has officially entered the humanoid robot race—unveiling two groundbreaking bipedal machines that redefine expectations for China's next-gen robotics. Here’s a deep dive into what makes these bots so compelling and what this means for our future helpers at home, work, and beyond.

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Sam Altman Envisions Free Humanoid Robots with ChatGPT's Premium Tier

Sam Altman Envisions Free Humanoid Robots with ChatGPT's Premium Tier

In a statement that feels more like science fiction than reality, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently shared an ambitious vision: a future where signing up for the highest tier of ChatGPT could land you a free humanoid robot.

This isn’t just a flashy marketing idea, it signals a larger shift in how Altman and other tech leaders are thinking about the convergence of AI, robotics, and scalable infrastructure. Altman acknowledges that “the mechanical engineering and AI for humanoids are quite hard but feel within grasp.” He believes that we’re standing at the edge of a new industrial era powered by artificial general intelligence and embodied automation.

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HouseBots App: The Smarter Way to Manage Your Home

HouseBots App: The Smarter Way to Manage Your Home

HouseBots Inc. is building a next-generation smart home platform designed to centralize and simplify how people interact with their living environments. Founded by a visionary team combining expertise in AI, IoT, and consumer software, the company recently opened its doors to private beta sign-ups and is already generating buzz for its intuitive and comprehensive feature set.

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Figure 03 Comes to Life: Brett Adcock Confirms New Humanoid is Already Walking and Autonomous

Figure 03 Comes to Life: Brett Adcock Confirms New Humanoid is Already Walking and Autonomous

In a major milestone for the humanoid robotics race, Figure AI founder Brett Adcock has revealed that Figure 03, the company’s latest humanoid robot, is already walking and has recently completed its first fully autonomous task—just days after development began.

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Unitree’s Humanoid Robot Delivers Spinning Kick with Kung Fu Precision

Unitree’s Humanoid Robot Delivers Spinning Kick with Kung Fu Precision

In the rapidly advancing world of robotics, dance moves are yesterday’s news. Today’s robots are learning to fight—with style. A new video from Chinese robotics company Unitree has gone viral, showing their latest humanoid robot executing a spinning kick with a level of precision, balance, and agility that would impress a martial arts master.

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Jensen Huang Predicts Billion-Robot Future at GTC Paris: “Humanoid Robotics Could Be One of the Largest Industries Ever”

Jensen Huang Predicts Billion-Robot Future at GTC Paris: “Humanoid Robotics Could Be One of the Largest Industries Ever”

At the GTC Paris 2025 keynote, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang offered a bold and compelling vision for the future of robotics, declaring that “humanoid robotics is going to potentially be one of the largest industries ever.” His remarks electrified the tech and automation communities, pointing to a near-future where humanoid robots become as ubiquitous as smartphones — with a potential billion robots deployed globally.

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EstunCodroid Launches Codroid2: Smart, Powerful Humanoid Robot for the Future of Industry

EstunCodroid Launches Codroid2: Smart, Powerful Humanoid Robot for the Future of Industry

EstunCodroid, the robotics arm of industrial automation leader Estun, has officially launched its latest innovation—the Codroid2 humanoid robot. Developed in Nanjing, the second-generation Codroid is designed to bring advanced automation capabilities to industrial environments, combining physical strength with intelligent task execution.

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Shenzhen’s Lumos Robotics Unveils Lus2: A Next-Gen Housebot with Incredible Agility

Shenzhen’s Lumos Robotics Unveils Lus2: A Next-Gen Housebot with Incredible Agility

Shenzhen-based robotics innovator Lumos Robotics has introduced its second-generation humanoid robot, Lus2, pushing the boundaries of robotic agility and speed. In a recent demonstration, Lus2 stunned observers by launching itself with explosive force — achieving rapid movement in just one second, a feat that highlights the robot’s advanced design and athletic capability.

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1X Technologies Elevates NEO Humanoid with Advanced Redwood AI for True Autonomy

1X Technologies Elevates NEO Humanoid with Advanced Redwood AI for True Autonomy

1X Technologies has unveiled Redwood, a cutting-edge artificial intelligence model engineered to empower their NEO humanoid robot with autonomous capabilities in home settings. Redwood equips NEO to independently navigate, perceive, and interact with household environments, enabling it to perform a variety of everyday tasks such as handling laundry, answering doors, and moving seamlessly within familiar spaces.

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Figure’s Helix Robot Redefines Human Collaboration with Effortless Handovers

Figure’s Helix Robot Redefines Human Collaboration with Effortless Handovers

Figure Robotics has introduced an exciting advancement in household robotics through its Helix model, a robot designed to perform intuitive human-robot handovers. At the core of Helix’s capabilities lies a single neural network policy that intelligently interprets visual input to deliver precise and contextually appropriate actions.

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Taiwanese “Pentagon” Robot Reinvents Precision Robotics

Taiwanese “Pentagon” Robot Reinvents Precision Robotics

A groundbreaking new robotic design, dubbed the Pentagon robot, has emerged from the labs of Taiwanese startup MASTWORK Ltd., founded by researchers at Royal Holloway, University of London. First unveiled by robotics commentator Lukas Ziegler, this five-armed parallel SCARA-style machine promises a leap forward in speed, stability, and spatial efficiency

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UK Startup ‘Humanoid’ Unveils HMND 01 Alpha Prototype: Lean, Agile, and Ready for the Future

UK Startup ‘Humanoid’ Unveils HMND 01 Alpha Prototype: Lean, Agile, and Ready for the Future

The UK robotics scene just got more exciting with the reveal of the HMND 01 alpha prototype from emerging startup Humanoid. Standing at 5’9” and weighing 70 kg (154 lbs), the HMND 01 signals a deliberate design focus on human-like proportions and efficient movement aimed squarely at future applications in real-world environments.

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New Demo by UCR Showcases Moby Robot’s Robust Locomotion

New Demo by UCR Showcases Moby Robot’s Robust Locomotion

In a striking new demonstration, the University of California, Riverside (UCR) has unveiled Moby, a humanoid robot whose smooth, stable locomotion sets a new bar for real-world readiness. Powered by a sophisticated simulation-to-reality (sim2real) training pipeline built atop NVIDIA’s Isaac ecosystem, Moby is not just another lab prototype, it’s built for the real world.

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Unitree Teases New Home Robot, Hints at Sub-$10,000 Price

Unitree Teases New Home Robot, Hints at Sub-$10,000 Price

Unitree Robotics, a company increasingly prominent in the development of both quadruped and bipedal robots, has released a tantalizing teaser for an upcoming humanoid model. In a social media post on May 30, 2025, the Hangzhou-based firm hinted at a new robot with 26 degrees of freedom (DOF) and, most notably, a potential price point suggested by the figure "$?000."

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Tesla's Optimus Raises the Bar for Everyday Robots

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.

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Loki Robotics Unveils Autonomous Cleaning Robot

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.

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The Operating System of the Humanoid Home

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.

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Morgan Stanley Calls It: $5 Trillion Humanoid Robot Market by 2050 – And That Might Be Too Conservative

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.

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