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Deals•Feb 18, 2026
Mecademic Raises $21M CAD in Strategic Funding to Drive Global Expansion
Montreal‑based robotics firm Mecademic Inc. announced a $21 million CAD strategic funding round led by Investissement Québec, with participation from Export Development Canada and the Business Development Bank of Canada. The capital will support product innovation, international scaling and a new headquarters as the company expands into the U.S., Europe and Asia‑Pacific markets.
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Deals•Feb 2, 2026
Invio Automation Acquires Calvary Robotics
Invio Automation, a portfolio company of Arsenal Capital Partners, announced the acquisition of Calvary Robotics Inc., a leader in robotics and advanced automation solutions. The terms were not disclosed, but the deal expands Invio’s manufacturing footprint and adds engineering expertise...
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Deals•Jan 20, 2026
Aniai Raises $4M From Korea Development Bank to Fuel US Expansion
Kitchen robotics startup Aniai announced a $4 million raise from Korea Development Bank, bringing its total funding to $19 million. The capital will support the company’s U.S. expansion and further deployment of its Alpha Grill automated grilling system across restaurant partners. The...
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News•Jan 9, 2026
Precision Motion Control Solutions Trusted by OEMs for 25 Years
Midwest Motion Products (MMP) marks its 25th anniversary as a leading OEM supplier of precision motion‑control hardware, including DC motors, gearmotors, and controllers. The company differentiates itself with “Lightning‑Fast” same‑day delivery of standard planetary gearmotors and a #1 rating for...
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News•Jan 9, 2026
MMP D22-376D-24V GP52-408 (Brushed 24V DC Gearmotor Capable of Producing up to 443 In-Lbs Continuous Torque with an Output Speed...
Midwest Motion Products introduced the MMP D22-376D-24V GP52-408, a brushed 24 V DC gearmotor delivering up to 443 in‑lbs continuous torque at 10 RPM. The unit is compact—under 2.5 in diameter and 9 in long—and carries an IP54 protection rating. Midwest emphasizes rapid availability, offering...
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News•Jan 9, 2026
MMP D33-455F-36V GP81-068 (Brushed 36V DC Gearmotor Capable of Producing up to 245 In-Lbs Continuous Torque and 1079 In-Lbs Peak...
Midwest Motion Products (MMP) introduced the D33-455F-36V GP81-068, a brushed 36 V DC gearmotor delivering up to 245 in‑lb continuous torque and 1,079 in‑lb peak torque at 47 RPM. The compact unit measures under 3.5 in diameter, 10 in length, weighs 13 lb, and carries an IP54...
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News•Jan 9, 2026
Pudu Robotics Launches PUDU T150 to Broaden Access to Light-Payload Industrial Automation
Pudu Robotics unveiled the PUDU T150, a 150 kg payload industrial delivery robot aimed at light‑load material transport in factories and warehouses. The robot emphasizes rapid, plug‑and‑play deployment, requiring no floor modifications and completing mapping in under ten minutes. Equipped with...
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News•Jan 9, 2026
Humanoid Deploys NVIDIA Technologies to Power Advanced Humanoid Robots
UK‑based Humanoid has integrated NVIDIA’s Jetson Thor, Isaac Sim, and Isaac Lab into its HMND 01 Alpha robots, enabling both wheeled and bipedal platforms to run advanced foundation models at the edge. Leveraging a simulation‑first workflow, the company reduced prototype development from the typical...
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News•Jan 8, 2026
Rollo Robotics Secures €3.7M Pre-Seed Round Led by FoodLabs and PROTOTYPE to Mature Monowheel Technology
Rollo Robotics, an Estonian deep‑tech startup, announced a €3.7 million pre‑seed round led by FoodLabs and PROTOTYPE. The funding will accelerate the maturation of its proprietary gyroscopic stabilization system for the world’s first stable autonomous monowheel security robot. Rollo aims to...
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News•Jan 8, 2026
Chef Launches Piece-Picking Capability to Automate Individual Food Items in Meal Assembly, Produce, Meat Packing, and Baked Goods
Chef Robotics unveiled a piece‑picking capability that lets its AI‑driven robots handle individual food items such as chicken breasts, pork chops, sauce cups and baked goods. The system uses RGB‑D cameras and real‑time segmentation to determine each piece’s orientation and...
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News•Jan 8, 2026
Top 5 Global Robotics Trends 2026 – International Federation of Robotics Reports
The International Federation of Robotics outlines five pivotal trends shaping 2026, led by AI‑driven autonomy that enables predictive maintenance and adaptive logistics. Convergence of IT and OT is boosting real‑time data exchange, while humanoid robots are gaining traction for flexible,...
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News•Jan 8, 2026
CES 2026 | Linkerbot: 80% Market Dominance, Thousand-Unit Monthly Output
At CES 2026, Linkerbot announced it now controls 80% of the global high‑DOF dexterous robotic‑hand market and is the sole producer delivering thousands of units each month. Its new Linker Hand line includes the 370 g O6 model that can grip...
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News•Jan 7, 2026
RealMan Robotics Showcases Embodied Intelligence Infrastructure at CES 2026
RealMan Robotics unveiled its embodied‑intelligence infrastructure at CES 2026, highlighting ultra‑light humanoid robotic arms, integrated joint modules, and the Global Labor Network powered by RealBOT wheel‑foldable robots. The arms deliver a 5 kg payload, 1.8 m/s speed, and a 50,000‑hour mean‑time‑between‑failures, while joint...
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News•Jan 7, 2026
Universal Robots and Robotiq Showcase Next-Generation Palletizing Solution at CES 2026 in Collaboration with Siemens
Universal Robots, Robotiq and Siemens unveiled a next‑generation palletizing solution at CES 2026, pairing the UR20 collaborative robot with Robotiq's PAL Ready cell and Siemens' new Digital Twin Composer software. The system demonstrates real‑time photorealistic digital‑twin visualization alongside live hardware, using...
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News•Jan 7, 2026
Oshkosh Corporation Brings Autonomy, AI, Connectivity and Electrification to the Frontlines of Tough Work at CES 2026
Oshkosh Corporation used its CES 2026 showcase to unveil a suite of autonomous, AI‑driven and electrified solutions for construction sites, waste collection and airports. Highlights include an electric boom lift equipped with a robotic end‑effector, AI‑powered contamination detection for refuse...
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News•Jan 7, 2026
MagicLab Made Its Debut at CES, Accelerating Global Development
MagicLab made its first appearance at CES, unveiling three flagship robots: the full‑size humanoid Gen1, the high‑dynamic biped Z1, and the head‑tail coordinated quadruped MagicDog. Gen1 demonstrated multi‑unit collaboration in a home‑appliance plant, featuring 42 active degrees of freedom and...
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News•Jan 7, 2026
PI at Photonics West: See the Latest Advancements in Nanopositioning Automation and Precision Motion Control
At Photonics West in San Francisco, PI showcased its latest nanopositioning, automation and precision‑motion‑control technologies aimed at scaling high‑tech manufacturing by 2026. The company highlighted solutions for silicon‑photonic chip production, wafer testing, laser micro‑machining, high‑resolution 3D printing, satellite communications, super‑resolution microscopy...
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News•Jan 7, 2026
DexRobot Shines at CES 2026, Showcasing Its Flagship DexHand021 Pro and Closed-Loop Dexterous Solution
DexRobot debuted its DexHand021 Pro at CES 2026, presenting a 22‑DOF, 50 N payload robotic hand with millisecond tactile feedback and edge‑AI compute. The system includes the DexCap exoskeleton, capturing 65 DOF motion at 1000 Hz for closed‑loop skill learning. Priced between $14,000 and $28,000,...
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News•Jan 7, 2026
DAISCH Participation at CES 2026 - Advanced IMU Motion Sensor Technology Showcase
Daisch, a leading IMU motion‑sensor maker, announced its participation in CES 2026, showcasing its latest full‑temperature‑range calibrated sensors. The company will exhibit at Booth #10248 in the Vehicle Tech & Advanced Mobility hall from Jan 6‑9, targeting autonomous vehicles, humanoid robots, and consumer...
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Deals•Jan 7, 2026
Oshkosh Corporation Acquires Canvas's Core Construction‑Robotics Technology
Oshkosh Corporation announced it has acquired the core technology of Canvas, a construction‑robotics firm, to enhance its autonomous equipment portfolio. The acquisition was unveiled at CES 2026 and aims to accelerate the shift toward connected, AI‑driven job‑site solutions. Financial terms...
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News•Jan 6, 2026
Mobileye To Acquire Mentee Robotics to Accelerate Physical AI Leadership
Mobileye announced a definitive agreement to acquire Mentee Robotics for approximately $900 million, merging its autonomous‑driving AI with Mentee’s third‑generation humanoid platform. The deal aims to create a leader in Physical AI, spanning autonomous vehicles and humanoid robots, with proof‑of‑concept deployments...
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News•Jan 6, 2026
Aetina Introduces AIB-AT Series, an Edge AI Platform Based on NVIDIA Jetson Thor for Physical AI and Robotics
Aetina unveiled the AIB‑AT series, edge AI platforms powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor modules (T5000 and T4000). The devices deliver up to 2070 FP4 TFLOPS of compute, 128 GB memory, and 7.5× performance gains over prior generations, targeting physical AI and robotics. Compact 140 mm × 165 mm...
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News•Jan 6, 2026
Hidonix to Showcase Next-Gen ION Spatial Intelligence Platform at CES 2026
Hidonix Industries announced its participation at CES 2026 to unveil the next‑generation ION Spatial Intelligence Platform. The showcase features the new Hido II rover, two wearable real‑time tracking devices, and the ION Content Management System. ION already powers navigation and asset tracking...
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News•Jan 6, 2026
Aeva Introduces Omni, the First Compact Wide-View Short-Range 4D LiDAR Sensor for Physical AI Applications
Aeva unveiled Omni at CES 2026, the first compact short‑range 4D LiDAR with a 360° horizontal and 90° vertical field of view. Built on the company’s FMCW platform, the sensor delivers up to 80 meters of range in an 85 mm diameter package...
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News•Jan 6, 2026
Lanner Unveils EAI-I351: Next-Generation Robotic AI Platform Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor and NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture
Lanner Electronics has launched the EAI‑I351, a rugged edge AI platform built on NVIDIA Jetson Thor and the Blackwell GPU architecture. It delivers up to 2,070 FP4 TFLOPS of compute within a 130 W power envelope, targeting autonomous mobile robots, industrial vehicles, and edge‑native...
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News•Jan 6, 2026
Doosan Bobcat Introduces Smarter Machines for Simpler Operation at CES 2026
Doosan Bobcat unveiled a suite of AI‑driven and electrified technologies at CES 2026, highlighted by the on‑board Jobsite Companion that offers voice‑controlled, real‑time machine assistance. The company also introduced Service.AI for instant diagnostic support, a Collision Warning and Avoidance system, MicroLED...
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News•Jan 6, 2026
Innoviz Technologies Announces First Sensor-Fusion Colored 3D LiDAR and Camera in InnovizThree
Innoviz Technologies unveiled InnovizThree, the first fully colored long‑range LiDAR that integrates an RGB camera in a single compact module. The sensor‑fusion unit is 60% smaller than the previous InnovizTwo and is designed for behind‑the‑windshield placement, drones, micro‑robotics and humanoid...
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News•Jan 5, 2026
Ubicept Showcases Physics-Based Imaging at CES 2026 to Usher in the Next Generation of Smart Perception for Robotics and Autonomous...
Ubicept demonstrated its physics‑based imaging Toolkit at CES 2026, showcasing live reductions in blur and noise on both conventional CMOS and next‑generation SPAD sensors. The Toolkit, featuring the Ubicept Photon Fusion algorithm and FLARE firmware, enables high‑dynamic‑range and fast‑motion imaging by...
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News•Jan 5, 2026
Rapid Drone Launches as Demand for Real-Time Aerial Intelligence Surges
Rapid Drone entered the market as a dedicated aerial‑intelligence services provider, capitalising on a commercial drone sector projected to expand from $30 billion in 2024 to over $54 billion by 2030. The company manages a fleet of USA‑Blue‑Certified drones, offering real‑time intelligence...
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News•Jan 5, 2026
Caterpillar to Showcase Next Era in Industrial AI and Autonomy at CES 2026
Caterpillar Inc. will headline CES 2026 with a keynote and a live exhibit showcasing its next‑generation industrial AI and autonomous solutions. The company will demonstrate the Cat AI Nexus on a 306 mini excavator, offering real‑time guidance, safety features, and smart fleet...
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News•Jan 5, 2026
IntBot to Debut First-Ever Unmanned CES Booth Run by a Robot; Humanoid "Nylo" Takes the Floor Solo
IntBot will showcase its flagship humanoid, Nylo, as the sole exhibitor at CES 2026, operating an unmanned booth for the entire first day. The robot will greet visitors, initiate conversations, and answer questions without any human assistance, demonstrating real‑time social autonomy....
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News•Jan 5, 2026
XELA Robotics Unlocks Enhanced Automation for Humanoid and Industrial Robots
XELA Robotics unveiled its uSkin tactile sensor suite at CES, giving humanoid and industrial robots a human‑like sense of touch. The sensors, integrated into robot hands and grippers from partners such as Wonik, Weiss and Tesollo, provide 3‑D force, shape...
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News•Jan 5, 2026
Electromate Expands Mobile Robotics Offering with Maxon HEJ 90 High-Efficiency Joint
Electromate Inc. announced the launch of the maxon HEJ 90 High‑Efficiency Joint, a compact, sealed actuator for mobile and legged robots. The joint delivers up to 140 Nm (configurable to 180 Nm) torque, 86 % efficiency, and speeds up to 13 rad/s within a 110 mm × 90 mm...
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News•Jan 2, 2026
CES 2026: Schaeffler Shows Motion Technology Portfolio for the Industry of the Future
Schaeffler showcased its motion‑technology portfolio at CES 2026, unveiling a planetary‑gear actuator for humanoid robots, high‑performance bearings for energy generation, and autonomous material‑handling solutions. The company emphasized the integration of AI‑driven data with mechanical precision to enable predictive maintenance, digital twins,...
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News•Jan 2, 2026
Global Impact Through Robotics & AI Bootcamp in Riyadh
The Robotics & AI Bootcamp in Riyadh, held Dec 30‑31 2025 and a Hackathon on Jan 1 2026, brought together K‑12 students from multiple schools for a free, three‑day immersive program. Organized by Dr. Abdul Matheen, the event was a joint effort between Meritus AI (India)...
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News•Dec 31, 2025
Seyond to Showcase Complete End-to-End LiDAR Portfolio and Mass-Production-Ready Solid-State LiDAR at CES 2026
Seyond will unveil its complete end‑to‑end LiDAR suite at CES 2026, highlighted by the Hummingbird D1 solid‑state sensor that is ready for mass production and has secured a world‑first OEM design win. The portfolio now covers ultra‑long‑range Falcon K, long‑range Robin E1X, mid‑range...
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News•Dec 31, 2025
Hygienic High-Precision Robotic Solutions From Stäubli Live at IPPE 2026
Stäubli Robotics is showcasing its next‑generation, food‑grade automation at IPPE 2026, including the six‑axis TX2‑90 robot designed for humid, wash‑down environments and the ultra‑compact FL1500 electric forklift for heavy meat‑processing loads. The company will host a TECHTalk on January 29 that explores...
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News•Dec 29, 2025
New at Mouser: Infineon Technologies PSOC Edge Machine Learning MCUs for Robotics, Industrial, and Smart Home Applications
Infineon Technologies has introduced its new PSOC™ Edge machine‑learning microcontrollers, now available through Mouser Electronics. The MCUs combine an Arm Cortex‑M55 core, an M33 coprocessor and Infineon’s NNLite accelerator, delivering always‑on, low‑power AI for smart‑home, robotics, industrial and HMI devices....
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News•Dec 26, 2025
New Heights in Dynamic Performance: DEEP Robotics' Robots Achieve All-Weather Stable Mobility
DEEP Robotics unveiled the DR02 humanoid robot, featuring all‑weather IP66 protection and advanced motion control. The robot combines whole‑body coordinated movement, active waist stabilization, and dynamic disturbance‑rejection to deliver high‑dynamic, smooth actions. Tests show DR02 maintains balance during rapid motions...
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News•Dec 23, 2025
RealMan Robotics Launches Next-Generation High-Power-Density Joint Modules for High-Performance Robotics
RealMan Robotics unveiled three next‑generation high‑power‑density joint modules—the ultra‑compact WHJ03, the high‑torque hollow‑core WHJ120, and the wide‑voltage WHJ48V series. Each module delivers a blend of higher torque, reduced size, and broader voltage tolerance, targeting applications from desktop manipulators to heavy‑duty...
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News•Dec 23, 2025
Quintus Technologies and Lyric Robot Form Strategic Collaboration to Accelerate Industrialization of Solid-State Battery Production
Quintus Technologies and Guangdong Lyric Robot Automation have signed a memorandum of understanding to combine Quintus' high‑pressure isostatic press technology with Lyric's advanced automation for solid‑state battery manufacturing. The partnership will deliver joint engineering studies, proof‑of‑concept trials and system‑integration tests...
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News•Dec 23, 2025
Cyngn Partners with Chandler Automation, Expands Into Agriculture
Cyngn announced a partnership with Chandler Automation, adding the autonomous DriveMod Tugger to Chandler’s dealer network for food processors and packers. The collaboration brings self‑driving material handling to the agriculture sector, where the Tugger can move up to 12,000 lb between...
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News•Dec 22, 2025
Autonomous Inspection of Photovoltaic Panels
A leading European energy firm is partnering with Robotnik to pilot RB‑WATCHER, an autonomous robot for photovoltaic panel inspection. The robot combines RTK‑DGPS and SLAM to navigate both open fields and GPS‑denied corridors, capturing geolocated bispectral images. Integrated 4G/5G or...
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News•Dec 19, 2025
Introducing Chef+: Chef's Most Advanced Meal Assembly Robot Yet
Chef Robotics unveiled Chef+, its most advanced AI‑driven meal‑assembly robot, built on insights from over 80 million servings. The new system doubles ingredient pan capacity while maintaining a worker‑size footprint, cutting refill cycles and freeing floor space. Reliability upgrades include sealed...
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News•Dec 18, 2025
Aptiv and Vecna Robotics to Develop Next Generation Autonomous Mobile Robots
Aptiv and Vecna Robotics announced a strategic collaboration to co‑develop next‑generation autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for warehouses and factories. The partnership merges Aptiv's PULSE™ sensor suite, machine‑learning perception, and high‑performance compute platform with Vecna's AI‑driven autonomy and CaseFlow™ workflow orchestration....
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News•Dec 18, 2025
Industrial Robotics in 2025: Trends, Figures and Global Outlook
Industrial robot installations surged to 542,076 units in 2024, more than doubling the volume from a decade ago and pushing the global operational stock to roughly 4.66 million. Multipurpose, AI‑enabled robots and collaborative cobots are expanding beyond traditional manufacturing into sectors...
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News•Dec 18, 2025
Skunk Works® and XTEND Expand Joint All Domain Command and Control for Advanced Mission Execution
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and XTEND have integrated XTEND's Operating System (XOS) into the Skunk Works MDCX™ autonomy platform, creating a Multi‑Class MDCX (MC‑MDCX) workstation that lets a single operator control both large and small unmanned aircraft. The joint demo...
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