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Red Cat Faces Scrutiny Over Army Drone Contract
Red Cat Holdings is under investigation following allegations about its US Army contract and production claims.
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Technology
NVIDIA Advances AI into the Three-Dimensional World
NVIDIA is pioneering 'physical AI,' enabling AI to interact with the 3D world.
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Technology
ABB Unveils AppStudio to Simplify Robotic Automation
ABB Robotics launches AppStudio, a no-code tool to expedite robot setup.
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Symbotic to Acquire Walmart’s Robotics Business for $200M
Symbotic expands its partnership with Walmart by acquiring its Advanced Systems and Robotics business for $200 million.
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NEURA Robotics Raises €120M, Bolstering Cognitive Robotics
NEURA Robotics secures €120 million in Series B funding, advancing its foray into cognitive robotics.
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Positec Secures $250M to Fuel Global Expansion and Innovation
Positec Group raises $250 million to drive product development and expand global reach.
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Cyngn Secures $33M to Scale Autonomous Warehousing Solutions
Cyngn Inc. has raised $33 million to enhance production of its autonomous material handling vehicles amid rising demand for automation.
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Capra Robotics Secures $11.6M Seed Funding for Global Expansion
Capra Robotics has raised $11.6 million in seed funding to enhance growth and global expansion.
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Harmon Innovates Glass Installation with Raise Robotics
Harmon Inc. deploys robotics to enhance safety and efficiency in high-rise construction.
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Business
Cornerstone Robotics Secures $70M to Drive Surgical Innovations
Cornerstone Robotics raises $70M in Series C to propel surgical tech advancements.
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Technology
SS Innovations Achieves Landmark Robotic Cardiac Telesurgeries
SS Innovations conducted two groundbreaking telesurgeries using their SSi Mantra 3 system, connecting urban and remote areas in India.
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Technology
RIC Tech Unveils RIC-PRIMUS, a Game Changer in 3D Construction
RIC Technology launches RIC-PRIMUS, a 3D printer for building large-scale structures.
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Business
Flying Lion Tops 55,000 Drone As A First Responder Flights
Flying Lion achieves over 55,000 DFR flights, pioneering advanced drone operations for law enforcement agencies.
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Technology
NVIDIA Unveils Groundbreaking AI and Robotics Innovations at CES 2025
NVIDIA announces major advancements in AI and robotics at CES 2025, including new platforms and partnerships.
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WeRide's Robobus Debuts at Zurich Airport, Pioneering AV in Europe
WeRide's autonomous shuttle service starts at Zurich Airport, marking a key milestone in European mobility.
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DJI Debuts Matrice 4 Drone Series with AI and Enhanced Security
DJI launches Matrice 4 series, offering advanced features for enterprise needs amidst regulatory challenges.
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Defense
Tech Giants Form Consortium to Bid for DoD Contracts
Silicon Valley firms, including Anduril and SpaceX, are forming a consortium to tackle defense contracts, challenging traditional defense primes.
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Technology
German Bionic Unveils Apogee Ultra Exoskeleton
German Bionic launches the powerful Apogee Ultra exoskeleton, enhancing workplace safety and productivity.
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Pollen Robotics Unveils Reachy 2 at CES 2025
Pollen Robotics introduces Reachy 2, an upgraded open-source robot, at CES 2025.
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Business
RoboForce Emerges to Transform Labor in Solar and Space Industries
RoboForce launches with $10 million in funding to tackle labor shortages in challenging environments using its RF-04 mobile manipulator.
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Boston Dynamics and Ghost Robotics Settle Patent Dispute
Boston Dynamics and Ghost Robotics have resolved their patent lawsuit, paving the way for potential future collaboration.
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Walmart Ends DroneUp Partnership, Reaffirms Drone Delivery Plans
Walmart's drone delivery partnership with DroneUp concludes, as it plans future drone endeavors.
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Serve Robotics Raises $86M, Strengthening Last-Mile Delivery
Serve Robotics secures $86 million in new funding, supporting expansion and technology advancements.
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Slip Robotics Secures $28M to Revolutionize Loading Docks
Slip Robotics raises $28M Series B to automate truck loading.
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Wing Partners with DoorDash for Drone Deliveries
Wing launches drone delivery from malls in Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
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Technology
University of Michigan Launches Open-Source Digital Twin of Mcity
The University of Michigan has released an open-source digital twin of its Mcity Test Facility, enhancing global research capabilities for autonomous vehicle technologies.
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Business
Huawei Invests $413M in Robotics Subsidiary Jimu Machinery
Huawei invests in Jimu Machinery to bolster its robotics capabilities.
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Eureka Robotics Raises $10.5M to Expand Global Operations
Eureka Robotics secures $10.5M funding to expand in the U.S. and Japan.
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GM Ends Funding for Cruise's Robotaxis Amid Industry Challenges
GM ceases funding for Cruise's robotaxi development, plans restructuring.
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Universal Robots Expands Production to China
Universal Robots is establishing its first overseas production facility in China with exclusive cobots for the Chinese market.
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ANYbotics Raises $60M to Expand Robotic Inspection Globally
ANYbotics secures $60 million to enhance AI-driven industrial inspection robots and expand globally.
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Simbe Robotics Expands Tally Robots to Farm Supply Retail
Simbe Robotics expands into farm supply with Tally robots, enhancing inventory management across retail brands.
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Capstan Medical Secures $110M to Advance Heart Valve Innovations
Capstan Medical raises $110M in Series C to drive heart valve robot trials.
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Defense
Rheinmetall, Auterion Partner on Military Drone Systems
Rheinmetall and Auterion are collaborating to develop a standardized operating system for unmanned drones across military platforms.
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Business
Trexo Robotics Achieves 100 Million Steps Milestone in Child Mobility
Trexo Robotics celebrates 100 million steps assisted by its robotic brace, highlighting advances in mobility for children with disabilities.
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Defense
OpenAI and Anduril Join Forces for Drone Defense, Revamping Policy
OpenAI's partnership with Anduril marks its entry into military applications, focusing on AI for counter-drone systems.
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Business
Oxipital AI Joins Forces with Stäubli for Robotic Solutions
Oxipital AI partners with Stäubli Robotics to enhance machine vision in automation.
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Business
Amazon's Drone Delivery Era Begins in Europe with Italy Test
Amazon successfully tests its MK-30 drone in Italy, marking a milestone in European expansion plans for drone delivery.
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Defense
U.S. Announces $988M Aid Package for Ukraine with Drone Focus
The U.S. unveils a $988 million military aid package for Ukraine, emphasizing unmanned aerial systems.
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Technology
CycloTech Unveils BlackBird, a Game-Changer for Flying Cars
CycloTech reveals its BlackBird flying car demonstrator featuring advanced CycloRotor technology for unparalleled control and stability.
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Business
AMP Robotics Secures $91M to Advance AI Waste Sorting Systems
AMP Robotics raises $91 million in Series D funding to expand AI-driven waste sorting technologies.
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Exotec Partners with Hygie31 and Hartmann for Warehouse Automation
Exotec teams with Hygie31 and Hartmann to boost warehouse efficiency with Skypod robots.
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Business
Spexi Secures $11.5 Million to Expand Global Drone Network
Spexi raises $11.5M Series A to scale its eco-friendly, high-res drone imagery network.
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Business
Mobile Robot Shipments to Surge to 2.8 Million by 2030: ABI Report
Shipments of mobile robots are expected to surge significantly, reaching nearly 2.8 million units by 2030, as multiple sectors adopt the technology for efficiency gains.
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Policy
North Dakota Moves to Phase Out Chinese-Made Drones
North Dakota proposes a $15 million bill to replace Chinese-made drones, reflecting national security concerns.
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Defense
Shield AI and Palantir Expand Partnership for Autonomous Systems
Shield AI partners with Palantir for enhanced autonomous military tech.
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Business
Red Cat Holdings Restructures Leadership Amid Expansion Efforts
Red Cat Holdings has announced key leadership changes to support its growth strategy in drone technology.
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Technology
NVIDIA and AWS Power Robotics with New Cloud-Based Tools
NVIDIA collaborates with AWS to enhance robotics development with cloud-based tools and AI advancements.
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Business
DroneUp Secures FAA Certification, Paves Way for Drone Deliveries
DroneUp achieves FAA Part 135 certification, enabling expanded drone deliveries in Texas.
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Defense
Quantum Systems Joins Scholz's Delegation in Ukraine
Chancellor Scholz's visit to Ukraine highlights Quantum Systems' role in local drone production discussions.
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Business
Duke Robotics' IC Drone Marks Revenue Milestone with IEC Deal
Duke Robotics announces revenue from a new drone service deal with Israel Electric Corp., expanding its utility applications globally.
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Business
Volvo and Daimler Collaborate on Software-Defined Truck Platform
Volvo Group and Daimler Truck announce a joint venture to create a software-defined vehicle platform for commercial trucks.
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Siemens and Microsoft Partner to Advance Industrial AI
Siemens and Microsoft are collaborating to enhance industrial automation through the Siemens Industrial Copilot, powered by Microsoft's AI technology.
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Honeywell and Google Cloud Team Up to Boost Industrial AI
Honeywell and Google Cloud partner to enhance AI-driven autonomous operations in the industrial sector.
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Business
Vente-unique.com Revamps Warehousing with Dexory Robotics
Vente-unique.com boosts warehouse efficiency by partnering with Dexory, enhancing inventory accuracy and delivery speed using autonomous robots.
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Business
Vecna Robotics Secures $14.5M, Appoints New CEO
Vecna Robotics raises $14.5 million and names Karl Iagnemma as new CEO to enhance automation technology.
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Arvato Systems Partners with Locus Robotics for Warehouse Innovation
Arvato Systems collaborates with Locus Robotics to enhance logistics through advanced warehouse automation solutions.
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Business
Magna Unveils Autonomous Delivery Vehicle in Detroit
Magna has launched a new autonomous delivery vehicle targeting urban last-mile logistics.
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Technology
SS Innovations Achieves Milestone in Indonesian Cardiac Robotics
SS Innovations successfully conducts Indonesia's first robotic cardiac surgery using the SSi Mantra system at Harapan Kita National Cardiac Hospital.
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Business
DB Schenker Implements Remote-Controlled Forklifts in Kassel
DB Schenker introduces remote-controlled forklifts at its Kassel facility, enhancing efficiency and automation.
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Technology
DJI Introduces New Agras T100 and T70 Drones in China
DJI has launched three new drones in the Agras series, aimed at enhancing agricultural efficiency with advanced AI and AR capabilities.
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Business
ABB Launches $100M Campus in Wisconsin for Clean Tech
ABB unveils a new $100 million campus in Wisconsin to bolster US production of industrial electric drives, fulfilling sustainability goals and BABAA requirements.
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Kuka Pioneers Automated Modular Housing in Germany
Kuka presents innovative automated construction solutions amid German housing challenges.
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Business
Drone Market to Reach $123 Billion by 2030, ABI Reports
The global drone market is projected to reach $123 billion by 2030, fueled by advancements in commercial applications, particularly in delivery and agriculture.
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Autonomous Cranes to Transform Ports into $6B Market by 2030
The autonomous crane industry, led by Asia-Pacific, is set to surpass $6 billion by 2030 amid increasing automation in ports worldwide.
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EHang Announces $30 Million Share Repurchase Program
EHang's board approves a $30 million share buyback, signaling confidence in long-term growth.
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Stanford Opens New State-of-the-Art Robotics Center
Stanford University unveils a new robotics center uniting multidisciplinary research efforts.
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TEKEVER Secures €70M in Series B Funding
TEKEVER raises €70 million to accelerate AI-centric drone tech and expand globally.
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Business
Volanti Drone Achieves BVLOS Waiver, Expanding US Operations
Carbonix's Volanti drone obtains a nationwide BVLOS waiver, enhancing UAV operations in the U.S.
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Business
Pickle Robot Secures $50M to Automate Truck Unloading
Robotics company Pickle Robot raises $50 million for deploying autonomous unloading robots.
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Business
Fieldwork Robotics and Burro Team Up to Revolutionize Harvesting
Fieldwork Robotics partners with Burro to enhance autonomous harvesting solutions amid labor challenges in agriculture.
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Defense
Anduril Secures $200M Contract for Marine Corps Drone Defense
Anduril lands a $200 million contract to bolster Marine Corps drone defenses.
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Red Cat Wins Key U.S. Army Drone Contract
Red Cat Holdings secures a pivotal U.S. Army contract for its advanced drone technology.
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Business
Rotor and AG-NAV Collaborate on Advanced Spray Drones
Rotor Technologies and AG-NAV Inc. have partnered to enhance aerial applications with the Sprayhawk drone using precision navigation systems.
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Defense
AeroVironment to Acquire BlueHalo in $4.1 Billion Deal
AeroVironment will acquire BlueHalo in an all-stock transaction to create a diversified global leader in defense technologies.
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Business
LOXO Launches First International Subsidiary in Germany
LOXO expands its autonomous vehicle operations with a new base in Munich.
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Business
Diligent Robotics' Moxi Hits Milestone with 110K Elevator Rides
Diligent Robotics' Moxi robot has autonomously completed 110,000 elevator rides in U.S. hospitals, marking a significant advancement in healthcare automation.
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Business
Airbound Secures $1.7M to Revolutionize Last-Mile Drone Delivery
Airbound raises $1.7M to advance its cost-effective drone delivery technology.
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Technology
Beam Introduces AI-Powered AUV for Wind Farm Inspections
Beam launches AI-driven Scout, transforming subsea wind farm inspections.
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Technology
Matternet and ANRA Partner to Enhance Urban Drone Deliveries
Matternet teams up with ANRA Technologies to boost drone delivery safety and efficiency in urban airspace.
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Business
Agility Robotics Announces Strategic Partnership with Schaeffler
Agility Robotics partners with Schaeffler AG, gaining both investment and industry deployment for its Digit humanoid robots.
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Swiss Robotics Firm ANYbotics Expands into Silicon Valley
ANYbotics strengthens its US presence by opening a new office in Silicon Valley.
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Lilium Initiates M&A Process with KPMG Amid Restructuring Efforts
Lilium N.V., the electric aircraft manufacturer, has appointed KPMG to oversee a transparent mergers and acquisitions (M&A) process as part of its restructuring strategy.
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Amazon Expands Prime Air Drone Deliveries to Phoenix Metro Area
Amazon has launched its Prime Air drone delivery service in the Phoenix Metro Area, specifically targeting customers near its Tolleson Same-Day Delivery site.
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Sony to Discontinue Airpeak S1 Drone Sales by March 2025
Sony Electronics has announced plans to cease sales of its Airpeak S1 drone by March 31, 2025, citing shifts in the business environment.
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Physical Intelligence Raises $400M to Build Foundation Models for Robotics
Physical Intelligence, an AI and robotics startup, has raised $400 million in a funding round led by Jeff Bezos, along with participation from Thrive Capital and Lux Capital, pushing its valuation to $2.4 billion.
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Technology
Flyability Introduces Real-Time Flammable Gas Sensor for Elios 3 Drone
The addition targets key industries where confined space inspections pose significant safety challenges, including oil and gas, sewers, power generation, and mining.
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FarmDroid Secures €10.5M to Expand Global Reach of Autonomous, Solar-Powered Farming Robots
The funding will drive FarmDroid’s global expansion as it brings its sustainable farming solutions to both organic and conventional open-field operations.
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WeRide Debuts on Nasdaq, Becomes First Publicly Listed Autonomous Driving Company
Priced at $15.5 per American depositary share (ADS), the IPO is expected to raise up to $458.5 million, including a concurrent $320 million private placement and assuming the full exercise of the underwriters' options.
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Waymo Raises $5.6B to Expand Autonomous Ride-Hailing
With the fresh capital, Waymo intends to expand its Waymo One ride-hailing service in existing markets such as San Francisco, Phoenix, and Los Angeles, while preparing to launch in Austin and Atlanta through an expanded partnership with Uber.
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Nimble Hits $1B Valuation with FedEx-led $106M Series C to Transform Fulfillment
This funding round not only fuels Nimble’s growth but also establishes a strategic alliance with FedEx, which has entered a commercial agreement to implement Nimble's autonomous 3PL model in its FedEx Fulfillment service.
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Dryad Networks Secures €6.3M to Scale AI-Powered Wildfire Detection
This latest boost brings Dryad’s total funding from its April financing round to €8.9 million, underscoring the increasing demand for advanced, proactive wildfire solutions.
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Flock Safety Acquires Aerodome for Over $300 Million, Expands into Drone-Based Law Enforcement
The acquisition, announced on October 16, is set to strengthen Flock Safety's offerings for law enforcement, incorporating advanced drone capabilities into its existing rapid-response technology.
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Boston Dynamics and Toyota Team Up to Push Boundaries in Humanoid Robotics
Boston Dynamics partners with Toyota to advance humanoid robotics research, combining their expertise in robot mobility with Toyota’s knowledge of automotive technologies.
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Carbon Robotics Secures $70M to Scale Its LaserWeeder
Carbon Robotics raises $70 million to expand production of its LaserWeeder, a high-tech tool using lasers to tackle weeds with precision, promising to revolutionize sustainable farming practices.
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NVIDIA Brings Generative AI to ROS Developers, Transforming Robotic Simulation
NVIDIA introduces a suite of generative AI tools aimed at ROS developers, aiming to streamline robotic simulation and perception workflows, and accelerate the development process.
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SharpShooter Integrates Verdant Robotics AI for Precision Weed Control
SharpShooter Implement teams up with Verdant Robotics to deliver AI-driven precision weed management, aiming to transform sustainable farming practices with advanced targeting capabilities.
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Verses AI and Volvo Partner to Boost Pedestrian Safety for Autonomous Vehicles
Verses AI and Volvo Cars collaborate on AI-driven technology to improve pedestrian prediction capabilities for autonomous vehicles, focusing on complex urban interactions.
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LimX Dynamics Launches TRON 1, a Versatile Biped Robot for Research
The robot, which supports three distinct modes of operation, aims to provide a flexible platform for researchers working in areas such as embodied intelligence and advanced AI-driven motion control.
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AUAR Ships Robotic Micro-Factories to U.S. for Home Construction
With the capacity to produce up to 180 homes annually, each factory is compact and mobile, shipped in standard containers, and can be deployed within 12 weeks of ordering.
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