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FORT Robotics said it expects valuation of more than $500 million as it lists on Nasdaq with plans to accelerate safety software development.

Two Scythe co-founders are using their experience building commercial robots to create tools for robotics developers at Agency Tool Co.

Real-world robotics success requires building infrastructure-free systems that thrive in unpredictable, harsh outdoor environments.

Luxonis said it plans to scale production of its OAK camera and refine its platform to support robotics and industrial automation.

Reservoir has acquired agriculture finance platform Contain,, naming founder Nicola Kerslake general partner to help scale AI startups.

CreateMe said the partnership aims to demonstrate how apparel can be produced faster, more locally, and with greater supply chain resilience.

The 44 hp Burro Grande brings more than 1 million hours of real-world experience to industrial towing, site logistics, and facilities operations.

MassRobotics awarded prizes to university teams and showcased healthcare innovators, physical AI developers, and startups.

MISUMI Americas combines MISUMI’s precision components with Fictiv’s digital manufacturing platform for an entire bill of materials.

Oishii is focusing on using its robotic vertical farming technology to grow pesticide-free, non-GMO strawberries.

The podcast’s guest this week is Arthur Erickson, co-founder and CEO of Hylio Drones, which has adapted to different applications.

Europe has expertise in robotics, AI, and spatial computing that could lead to an era of deep-tech leadership, says an FOV Ventures partner.

U.S.-based Allient will show its products designed for automated guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots in Germany.

MISUMI has invested in Oishii and will collaborate on digital manufacturing and R&D for the growing agritech sector.

Reservoir Farms celebrates its grand opening in Salinas, launching a premier agtech incubator to accelerate startups through on-farm innovation.

Nebius has integrated the NVIDIA Physical AI Data Factory Blueprint into its global-scale AI infrastructure.

MassRobotics and partners AWS and NVIDIA have named nine Physical AI Fellowship startups they will support with mentorship and resources.

Caterpillar plans to make upgrades with NVIDIA to ensure that its assets are ready for AI-assisted and potentially autonomous operations.

Between advances in humanoid robotics, exciting events, and large robot orders, there was no shortage of news to cover this year. 

Kilter AS has launched the AX-1 system, which uses machine learning and autonomous robotics to provide targeted weed control for farmers.

Lumotive has expanded with new leaders and new sites worldwide, meeting surging demand for its programmable optics platform.

Festo says its new HPSX soft gripper is designed to solve long-standing challenges in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.