Beijing to Launch World’s First Humanoid Robot “4S Store” This August
Beijing’s Economic‑Technological Development Area (E‑Town) will unveil the world’s first “4S store” for embodied intelligent robots in August 2025, coinciding with that year’s World Robot Conference (August 8–12).
Wandercraft Secures $75M Series D to Scale AI-Powered Humanoids & Exoskeletons
Paris-based Wandercraft, known for its self-balancing robotics, has raised $75 million in a Series D funding round announced June 11, 2025. The cash infusion, led by Renault Group and supported by Bpifrance, the European Investment Bank, Teampact Ventures, and Quadrant Management, aims to accelerate development of its AI-enhanced humanoid robots and wearable exoskeletons.
China Debuts First Humanoid Robot “Swarm” in Car Factory
China's UBTech has recently achieved a major milestone: deploying a coordinated fleet of its Walker S1 humanoid robots at Zeekr’s 5G-enabled smart factory in Ningbo, Zhejiang province. This marks the world’s first multi-task, multi-scenario training of humanoid robots collaboratively performing real industrial workflows.
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.
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.
Agility’s Digit Robot Follows Natural Language Command to Deliver Pasta Ingredients
Agility Robotics has taken a major leap toward practical, household humanoids with a new demo showcasing its flagship robot, Digit, executing a multi-step task entirely from a natural language prompt. The command was simple: “Bring me the ingredients to make pasta.” The execution, however, was anything but.
Amazon to Test Humanoid Robots for Last-Mile Delivery
Amazon is taking a bold step toward the future of delivery logistics by testing bipedal humanoid robots to deliver packages. The tech giant has reportedly constructed a sophisticated indoor obstacle course to evaluate robots from several manufacturers, most notably, Chinese robotics company Unitree, known for its agile and affordable humanoid prototypes.
Guangzhou Fuwei Robotics Unveils High-Precision Wheeled Humanoid Prototype
A new entrant in the rapidly evolving humanoid robotics space has emerged from China. Guangzhou Fuwei Robotics has unveiled a wheeled humanoid robot prototype designed specifically for industrial, high-precision operations.
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."
Boston Dynamics’ Atlas AI Brings Us Closer to Physically Intelligent HouseBots
Boston Dynamics is once again pushing the boundaries of robotics, this time with a new leap in perception and interaction for its flagship humanoid robot, Atlas. In a recent deep dive by their AI team, they revealed how the next generation of Atlas not only sees the world, but understands and manipulates it with increasing intelligence and agility.
Meet ZERITH H1: The Hotel Housekeeper of the Future
In the race toward making humanoid robots a part of daily life, China's ZERITH is making bold strides with its new housekeeping robot, the ZERITH H1. Purpose-built for hospitality, the H1 is designed to handle one of the most labor-intensive environments in service, hotel housekeeping.
From Haircuts to Household Harmony
What once seemed like a science fiction novelty—getting a haircut from a robot—is now a tangible reality. Engineer Shane Wighton, widely known for his creative tech experiments, has developed a robotic barber capable of giving haircuts using scissors and pre-programmed styling modes. This is more than a gimmick; it’s a glimpse into the expanding future of consumer robotics.
Sharpa Unveils SharpaWave: The World’s Most Tactile Dexterous Robot Hand
Singapore-based robotics startup Sharpa is redefining what robotic manipulation means with the debut of its latest innovation: SharpaWave, a 22-degree-of-freedom (DOF) dexterous hand that brings human-like precision and speed to the world of robotics.
AGIBOT’s “Nezha” Robot Blurs the Line Between Walking and Rolling — And It Might Be the Future of Smart Mobility
In the ever-evolving world of humanoid robotics, Shanghai-based AGIBOT (Zhiyuan) is making headlines with a breakthrough that could redefine how robots interact with real-world environments. Their latest innovation, “Nezha,” is a new-generation humanoid robot capable of seamlessly transitioning between walking on two legs and rolling on two wheels — all autonomously, based on situational awareness.
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.
Foundation’s $1B Vision: AI Startup Races Toward $100M Raise Amid Explosive Growth
Foundation, the fast-rising artificial intelligence startup, is currently in the midst of raising $100 million in fresh capital at a $1 billion valuation—just months after closing an $11 million pre-seed round last August. The meteoric valuation jump highlights the surging investor appetite for advanced AI infrastructure and foundation model startups poised to reshape industries.
TETRABOT 01: The Explosion-Proof Humanoid Robot Redefining Industrial Safety
In a powerful leap toward safer industrial environments, TETRABOT 01—developed by TETRABOT, a robotics company based in Nanjing, China—is now actively replacing humans in one of the most dangerous sectors of factory work: high-voltage power rooms.
The Rise of Housebots: Navigating the Future of Cooking with Automation
Household robots are no longer just futuristic fantasies, they are rapidly becoming a part of everyday life. What began with robotic vacuums like the Roomba has evolved into full-scale domestic assistants capable of performing complex tasks that once required human hands.
Robot Sighting in San Francisco
On May 7, 2025, a robot was navigating the streets of San Francisco, reportedly running errands.
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.