Apptronik plans to use the fresh funds to support growing customer demand for Apollo across key industries.
Google DeepMind introduces two Gemini-based models to bring AI to the real world
DeepMind said both new Gemini models enable a variety of robots to perform a wider range of tasks than ever before.
Top 10 robotics developments of February 2025
In February, our readers were drawn to stories about humanoids, surgical robotics, advances in AI, and industry trends.
The Robotics Factory builds robot companies
The Robotics Factory is a Pittsburgh-based accelerator focused on enabling startups to grow.
Apptronik collaborates with Jabil to produce Apollo humanoid robots
Jabil and Apptronik will build and test manufacturing processes to enable the ‘flywheel’ needed for the mass adoption of Apollo robots.
How Apptronik is accelerating the humanoid robot race
Apptronik’s $350 million Series A funding marks a milestone for humanoid developers and Texas’ growing robotics ecosystem.
Apptronik raises $350 million to build humanoids
Google boosts its investment in Apptronik, a leading humanoid robot company, to advance human-robot collaboration.
CES 2025 recap: Noteworthy robots at this year’s show
CES 2025 was full of robotics demonstrations. We looked at some of the most interesting commercial robots on the show floor.
Top 10 robotics stories of December 2024
A series of humanoid-related announcements dominated our most popular articles in December 2024.
Navigating the world of manufacturing logistics
In this episode, we catch up with FlexQube CEO and founder Anders Fogelberg to learn about automating carts on the manufacturing floor.
Apptronik partners with Google DeepMind to advance humanoid robots with AI
Apptronik will combine its iterative design experience and Apollo humanoid in testing with Google DeepMind’s AI platforms.
Learn about best practices for AI model management at RoboBusiness
Don’t miss this 2024 RoboBusiness panel examining challenges and best practices for developing systems relying on AI.
RBR50 Spotlight: Apptronik releases humanoid robot with bespoke linear actuators
In August 2023, Apptronik released Apollo, the first commercial version of its bipedal humanoid robot.
Humanoid robots need pilot studies to demonstrate utility, says Silicon Foundry
Silicon Foundry associate Lucas Tesler explains why humanoid robotics developers should conduct pilot testing well before commercial rollouts.
Apollo humanoid robot in tests by Apptronik and GXO for warehouse use
The Apollo humanoid is taking steps toward commercial use in a trial jointly conducted by GXO Logistics and Apptronik.
Top 10 robotics news stories of March 2024
From events like MODEX and GTC to new product launches, there was no shortage of robotics news to cover in March 2024.
Apptronik to integrate Apollo humanoid with NVIDIA general-purpose foundation model
Apptronik is working with NVIDIA’s Project GR00T to enable general-purpose humanoid robots to learn complex tasks.
MODEX 2024 Recap
This episode of the podcast is a recap of robotics solutions from MODEX 2024.
NVIDIA announces new robotics products at GTC 2024
NVIDIA CEO Jenson Huang wowed the crowd in San Jose with the company’s latest processor, AI, and simulation product announcements.
Mercedes-Benz testing Apollo humanoid
Mercedes is exploring how to use Apptronik’s humanoid for automating some low-skill, physically challenging tasks.
5 robotics startups Bill Gates is excited about
Gates noted that he has been more interested in companies that are working to solve dexterity and mobility issues with robots.
Top 10 most popular robotics stories of 2023
In the robotics industry, 2023 was the year of the humanoids. They dominated the news cycle, and our most popular content was no exception.