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Reliance-backed Indian startup to launch humanoid robot in 2025
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8m ago
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Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries-backed Addverb Technologies has announced plans to launch a humanoid robot next year. The AI-powered robot will handle '3D' tasks (dull, dirty and dangerous) across industries like retail, energy, and fashion, CEO Sangeet Kumar said. In 2022, Reliance acquired a 54% stake in the Noida-based startup for $132 million.
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Tesla could start selling Optimus robots by the end of next year, Elon Musk says
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1y ago
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced that the company's humanoid robot, Optimus, could be ready for sale by the end of next year. The development of humanoid robots aims to address labor shortages and perform repetitive tasks in industries such as logistics and manufacturing. Other companies, including Honda, Hyundai, Microsoft, and Nvidia-backed startup Figure, are also investing in the development of humanoid robots. Musk believes that robot sales could become a significant part of Tesla's business. However, it is worth noting that Musk's previous ambitious promises have not always been fulfilled.
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Nvidia readies Jetson Thor computers for humanoid robots in 2025
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8m ago
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Nvidia plans to launch its new technology for humanoid robots in the first half of 2025, aiming to establish its presence in the growing robotics sector. The Jetson Thor computers, introduced earlier this year, are part of Nvidia's efforts to develop robots with improved autonomy and human interaction capabilities. Rather than manufacturing robots directly, Nvidia positions itself as a technology provider and collaborates with robot manufacturers like Siemens and Universal Robots. While humanoid robots present significant potential, widespread deployment is not expected until after 2025. China is also making significant advancements in humanoid robotics.
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Nvidia's next move: powering humanoid robots | TechCrunch
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7m ago
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Nvidia is set to launch Jetson Thor, compact computers for humanoid robots, in 2025. This aligns with its strategy to support numerous robot manufacturers, rather than competing directly with companies like Tesla. The timing is motivated by advancements in generative AI models and the increased capability to train robots in simulated environments. Additionally, Nvidia faces pressure as major clients like Amazon and Google develop their own AI chips, pushing Nvidia into diversifying its applications.
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A humanoid robot is on its way from Mobileye founder
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1y ago
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Israeli robotics firm, Mentee Robotics, has revealed its humanoid robot prototype, showcasing a unique approach to the rapidly growing category. The system, called Menteebot, focuses on computer vision and generative artificial intelligence (AI). The company, co-founded by Amnon Shashua, who also founded Mobileye, aims to design a general-purpose bi-pedal robot with the ability to perform household tasks and learn through imitation. Mentee Robotics has raised $17m in funding and expects to release a production-ready prototype in early 2025. The company is targeting both industrial and home markets for its humanoid robots.
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Tesla sues former Optimus engineer over alleged trade secret theft | TechCrunch
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1m ago
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Tesla has filed a lawsuit against former engineer Zhongjie "Jay" Li, accusing him of stealing trade secrets from its Optimus humanoid robotics program. Li allegedly downloaded confidential information on robotic hand sensors and used it to launch Proception, a startup backed by Y Combinator, which closely mirrors Tesla's designs. The complaint highlights Li's activities of researching humanoid robotic hands and startup funding before leaving Tesla and founding Proception shortly after.
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ARTEMIS — World’s First Full-Sized & Fastest Humanoid Robot
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1y ago
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Dennis Hong, the creator of the world's fastest humanoid robot called ARTEMIS, expressed his changing perspective on the future of robots. Developed by the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering, ARTEMIS can run at a speed of 2.1 meters per second. The robot, funded by the U.S. Office of Naval Research and a successful crowdfunding campaign, aims to develop a humanoid robot that surpasses soccer legend Messi. Hong believes India is a prominent tech market due to its passionate and innovative students. The global humanoid robot market is projected to reach $28.7 billion by 2032.
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A Chinese waitress who pretends to be a humanoid robot is dividing the internet
Business Insider
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1y ago
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A video of a Chinese waitress serving food with robotic-like movements has gone viral, dividing opinions on whether she is a humanoid robot or a human acting like one. While some believe it to be a robot, it has been confirmed that the woman is actually the owner of the restaurant and a professional dancer. China has recently expressed ambitions to lead in humanoid robotics, but this particular video does not feature a robot server. Robot servers have already been deployed in some US and Korean restaurants, with potential benefits such as addressing labor shortages and consistent performance.
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Elon Musk's promises for Tesla in 2024, from robotaxis to Optimus bots | TechCrunch
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7m ago
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In 2024, Elon Musk made several bold promises for Tesla, ranging from unveiling a $25,000 EV to introducing autonomous Cybercabs by 2025 or 2026. Musk also pledged to debut "unsupervised" Full Self-Driving (FSD) in California and Texas by 2025 and begin production of the Optimus humanoid robot, claiming over 1,000 robots will work at Tesla. Despite previous unmet deadlines, Musk's promises continue to intrigue investors and elevate Tesla's market value.
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Sam Altman's OpenAI wants to get humanoid robots talking. Here's why.
Business Insider
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1y ago
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OpenAI has teamed up with robotics company Figure AI to develop AI models for humanoid robots. OpenAI believes that robots can have a significant impact on everyday life and work, and has previously invested in robotics startups. Figure AI, backed by Microsoft and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has announced raising $675 million in funding and aims to enhance the capabilities of its Figure-01 robot through this collaboration. The companies plan to explore how highly capable multimodal models can empower humanoid robots in various industries like manufacturing, logistics, and retail.
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Elon Musk's humanoid robot, Optimus can do squats and boil eggs
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1y ago
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has shared a video of the second generation of the company's humanoid robot, Optimus. The video highlights the improvements made since the prototype was unveiled earlier this year, including increased speed and reduced weight. The robot is shown doing squats in a gym and moving eggs with its new hands, which feature tactile sensing. Musk believes that humanoid robots have the potential to transform civilization. The robot was originally announced as the Tesla bot but is now named Optimus.
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