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UBTECH Robotics presents full-size U1 Pro humanoid
UBTECH presented U1 Pro under its UWORLD brand as a full-size companion for conversation, guest reception and light assistance. The platform combines social interaction software with developing physical capabilities, including stairs and simple organization tasks. It is listed for preorder at around $25,000, with customizable appearance and communication style.
Unitree presents UnifoLM OminiA unified model for G1 humanoid
Unitree presented UnifoLM OminiA, a unified model connecting hearing, vision, reasoning and action control for its G1 humanoid. The report emphasizes domestic assistance and contextual interaction rather than separate software modules. It is available by arrangement, with no public code or weights, and remains part of Unitree's longer-term embodied AI strategy.
US restrictions target Chinese humanoid robot market access
The article reports FCC restrictions on certification of new foreign advanced robots, while previously certified models remain outside the ban. It reviews Chinese suppliers' shares of annual humanoid installations and discusses cybersecurity, supply-chain concerns and US-China competition. The cited market percentages describe yearly installations rather than revenue or the total installed fleet.
Mimic Robotics unveils 'advanced video-action models' at Audi plant
Mimic Robotics has introduced FLUX-mimic, a new Video-Action model created in collaboration with Black Forest Labs. It allows robots to learn and perform complex manipulation tasks in real industrial environments. Mimic Robotics is engaged in physical AI and develops Video-Action models for industrial automation. FLUX-mimic combines Mimic's expertise in robot training, dexterous manipulation and production implementation with Black Forest Labs' advanced visual intelligence architecture - their new FLUX 3 model.
Case Study: Hai Robotics helps LPP Logistics scale automated order processing in Romania
The rise of e-commerce is forcing retailers to rethink how they design distribution centers. Increasingly, robots are coming to the rescue - they increase storage density, increase throughput and reduce dependence on manual labor. A striking example is LPP Logistics, the logistics division of the Central European fashion retailer LPP Group.
Renault Group expands implementation of Exotec warehouse automation in France and Germany
Renault Group has automated its parts warehouse in France by teaming up with Exotec. Thanks to the introduction of Skypod robots, order processing time has been reduced from two hours to fifteen minutes. Prior to the partnership, Renault Group was struggling to manage parts delivery and distribution in Europe.
Soft robotic heart analog opens new possibilities for studying diseases
UNSW researchers have created a soft robot that replicates the human heart. It is capable of simulating diseases and creating a realistic environment for testing new cardiac devices. Scientists at the University of New South Wales Sydney have developed a fully synthetic soft robotic heart.
AI-powered underwater robots learn to detect diver stress from air bubbles
Breathing underwater: AI has learned to assess a diver’s health by bubbles The University of Minnesota has developed a unique artificial intelligence system. It gives underwater companion robots the ability to monitor a person's condition in real time. And what’s most interesting is that you don’t need any sensors on your body for this.
Hotel automation: what to consider before introducing service robots
The hotel industry is going through a big shift. According to Les Roches Spark Research, 2025 marks an inflection point as the industry moves from post-pandemic recovery to long-term technological transformation. The global hospitality market has already exceeded $5 trillion and will continue to grow by 5.5–6.5% annually.
What robots are already working in hotels and what awaits the hotel business in the near future
The market offers dozens of solutions for different hotel scenarios. Here are the main types of robots that have already proven their effectiveness. Greets guests, answers standard questions, and helps with navigation around the hotel. When integrated with PMS, it can check a reservation, find a guest by last name, and participate in check-in.
IEEE Humanoids 2026 conference will focus on factory labor
The IEEE-RAS International Conference on Humanoid Robots has closed submissions for its 25th edition. The event will take place December 6-9 in Santa Clara. The topic is “Humanoid Robots and the Future of Work,” reports Tech Times. This choice is not an accident. For many years the conference focused on walking, balance, manipulation and control of the whole body.