Analysis

The editorial team recaps some of the most innovative robotic solutions in the 2025 cohort of RBR50 winners.

While there is uncertainty around DOGE, drone and robotics companies can still find ways to collaborate with the government, said panelists in New York.

Generative and embodied AI may lead to general-purpose robots, but developers must avoid speed bumps, says Converge.

Humanoid robots have captured public imagination and investment, but developers still need to solve manipulation, safety, and scale problems.

The VDMA laid out four recommendations for European Union policymakers to make it more competitive in the global robotics market.

ABI Research noted that synergy with AI, plus renewed interest in reshoring, will help the cobot market grow rapidly.

Odense Robotics and the Danish Technological Institute share the four trends they think will dominate robotics in 2025.

North American companies ordered 31,311 robots valued at $1.963 billion, an increase of 0.5% in units and 0.1% in revenue over 2023, A3 said.

Teradyne has laid off about 10% of UR and MiR’s staff, largely in sales, marketing, and service roles, to manage its growth.

Large funding rounds, new product announcements, and highlights from CES were just some of our top robotics developments last month.

The VDMA R+A forecasts Germany’s robotics and automation industry to drop 9% in total turnover in 2025 to 13.8 billion euros

NRF 2025 showcased a variety of technologies for retail operations, including maturing robots and shelf intelligence system.

Rantizo has expanded its portfolio for agricultural drone service providers, as other drone companies make moves.

The International Federation of Robotics expects AI, humanoids, and sustainability to be top areas for robotics in 2025.

ABI Research predicts that manufacturers will need to fill the gaps left by retiring baby boomers with digital technologies.

Waymo led the way by raising $5.6 billion as it continues to scale its robotaxi business. Here’s a recap of all 78 funding rounds in October 2024.

Artem Sokolov, the founder of Humanoid, shares his insights on how the humanoid robotics industry developed in 2024.

The Robot Report’s top trends of 2024 highlight some of the industry’s biggest highs and lows from the past year.

The Robot Report Podcast reflects on the successes and challenges that defined the robotics industry in 2024.

Interact Analysis also finds Chinese mobile robot vendors continue to dominate the global market, generating nearly 50% of all revenue in 2023.

Healthcare applications for robots, from surgery to companionship, are growing for innovators and entrepreneurs, says Research Nester.

A3 reported declines in North American robot orders in the first nine months of 2024 but said there are reasons for optimism.