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Serve Robotics, a company specializing in autonomous sidewalk robots for deliveries, saw its stock price soar after releasing strong second-quarter financial results. The company achieved significant growth in daily supply hours, robot deployments, and expanded its partnership with Magna for production and software services. Serve Robotics also announced plans to deploy 250 additional robots in Los Angeles by the end of Q1 2025, setting the stage for its full-scale rollout of 2,000 robots under its agreement with Uber Eats.

Google’s AI company DeepMind has created a robot that can play table tennis at a near-professional level. This robot, trained through AI, has demonstrated competitive play against humans of various skill levels, marking a significant advancement in robotics and AI.

While the idea of robots competing in the Olympics might seem far-fetched, the use of robots in education is rapidly gaining traction. This article explores 14 remarkable robots from around the world that are revolutionizing learning by offering personalized instruction, interactive activities, and even emotional support.

Figure, an OpenAI-backed robotics startup, has unveiled its second-generation bipedal humanoid robot, the Figure 02 (F.02). Designed for factory tasks, the F.02 boasts significant improvements, including increased torque, enhanced vision capabilities, and advanced AI integration. The robot can perform tasks such as moving parts and potentially even sheet metal work and warehouse operations in the future. Figure aims to bring a commercially viable general-purpose humanoid robot to market, competing with companies like Boston Dynamics and Tesla.

Meet the Unitree Go2, an AI-powered robot dog with advanced features like 4D LiDAR, an intelligent side-follow system, and the ability to access a large language base for better comprehension. With its ability to navigate complex terrain, carry your belongings, and even enter hazardous areas, the Go2 is a practical and versatile companion.

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has unveiled his vision for the future of AI, dubbed ‘Physical AI’. This new wave of AI will require a complex interplay between AI, robotics, and virtual worlds, posing a ‘three-computer problem’ that will be crucial to overcome. Huang explains that this will involve creating AI, simulating its behavior, and then integrating it into physical robots for real-world applications.

Hesai Technology, a leading lidar provider, has formed a strategic partnership with Westwell, a global autonomous driving solutions company. The partnership will see Hesai’s lidar technology integrated into Westwell’s autonomous vehicles, industrial robots, and smart city applications, enhancing efficiency and reducing carbon emissions.

Researchers at City University of Hong Kong have developed a groundbreaking robot called ‘Hopcopter,’ a hybrid quadcopter with a spring-loaded telescopic leg that enables seamless transition between flight and hopping. This innovation has the potential to revolutionize travel technology by enhancing robot mobility and efficiency, opening up new possibilities for safer, more efficient, and enjoyable travel experiences.

Google researchers have developed a new robotic navigation system that combines natural language processing and computer vision. This allows robots to understand and respond to both verbal and visual instructions, enabling them to navigate complex environments with greater accuracy. The system leverages the power of Gemini 1.5 Pro AI, demonstrating impressive results in real-world scenarios.

A Republican congressman is calling for increased scrutiny of China’s military advancements, specifically highlighting AI-powered robot dogs equipped with rifles. The concern stems from a Chinese state media video showcasing these robots during joint drills in Cambodia. While the US has also experimented with similar robotic technology, the weaponization and public display by China have raised concerns about a potential arms race in AI.