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.
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.
AlphaBot2 with GOVLA AI Enhances Smart Manufacturing at Dongfeng Liuzhou Plant
AI² Robotics has made a significant leap in industrial automation with the integration of its GOVLA large-scale AI model into the AlphaBot2 humanoid robot—now actively deployed at the Dongfeng Liuzhou Automobile Plant in China.
HouseBots Are Easing Loneliness and Supporting Care in Elderly Homes
In a quiet nursing home in Shenzhen, China, the future of elderly care is already in motion — and it looks remarkably human. The Astribot S1, a sleek, AI-driven humanoid robot, has taken on a new role: not just as a service tool, but as a companion.
They’re Here… and They're Coming Fast: The Rapid Rise of Consumer HouseBots
The age of household robots is no longer a distant vision—it’s unfolding before our eyes. As depicted in the HouseBots visual, the wave of humanoid and wheeled robots designed for consumer use is not just coming—it’s here.
From AI-powered assistants to multi-tasking humanoids capable of folding laundry, serving food, and navigating real-world environments, these robots are shifting from prototype to practical at an astonishing pace. The global race to put robots in homes has created an explosion of innovation, and here’s a breakdown of what’s arriving—and how fast.
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.
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.
Unitree’s Dex5 Dexterous Hand: The Future Just Arrived Faster Than Expected
In what feels like a sci-fi leap forward, Unitree has unveiled the Dex5, a five-fingered robotic hand so nimble and lifelike it’s triggering double-takes across the robotics world. Think delicate object manipulation, tool use, dynamic grip adaptation—all packed into a lightweight, shock-resistant mechanical hand that wouldn’t look out of place on a Terminator.
NVIDIA Unveils Groot N1: A Game-Changer for HouseBots
NVIDIA’s CEO, Jensen Huang, has just unveiled Groot N1, a revolutionary generalist AI model for humanoid robots. This announcement marks a significant leap forward in the evolution of robotics, bringing us closer to a future where humanoid robots can perform complex tasks with human-like adaptability.
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.
China’s Dobot Unveils a New HouseBot for General-Purpose Tasks
The world of robotics just got a little more crowded. Chinese industrial robotics manufacturer Dobot has unveiled its latest humanoid robot, a 5-foot, 137-pound machine designed for general-purpose applications. With an annual revenue of around $40 million and a presence in 80+ countries, Dobot has been a major player in industrial automation—and now it’s taking a big step into the humanoid robotics space.
HouseBots on the Move: MagicBot’s Jog at Lake Taihu
In a world where smart homes are evolving faster than ever, HouseBots have begun stepping outside their traditional roles. Once confined to tidying up, automating appliances, and ensuring home security, these intelligent assistants are now pushing the boundaries of their capabilities. And MagicBot, the latest innovation from MagicLab, is proving just that.
Pioneering the Next Generation of Humanoid Robots for Your Home
The future of domestic living is on the cusp of a revolution. Humanoid robots, once confined to industrial tasks and controlled environments, are now being reimagined for home use. At HouseBots, we’re excited about this transformation, as the blending of artificial intelligence and robotics is set to redefine how we approach everyday chores and personal assistance.