Category: robotics
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Gemini Intelligence Expands to Motorola and Pixel 10, Adds Prompt-Built Widgets and Device Help
Google brings Gemini Intelligence to the motorola signature 27 and Pixel 10, adds Create My Widget, Device Assistance, and wider task automation in the UK, India and Japan.
Science & TechnologyBusinessComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceRobotics Gemini IntelligenceGoogleMotorolaPixel 10AndroidCreate My WidgetDevice AssistanceAlphabet
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Media Monitor: Amazon Rebuilds Home Robot Push Around Fauna's Humanoid Sprout
The Rundown Robotics reports Amazon is rebuilding its home-robot effort around Fauna Robotics' 3.5-foot humanoid Sprout, while Zipline raised $1.5B at a $21.5B valuation and signed Walmart to 300 new drone delivery sites.
BusinessScience & TechnologyRoboticsComputers and InternetTransportationFinancial Markets AmazonFauna Roboticshumanoid robotsZiplineWalmartdrone deliveryHumble RoboticsThe Rundown Robotics
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Media Monitor: Tech Stocks Shed Nearly $2.5 Trillion as AI Sell-Off Spreads; Democrats Target Big Tech
MIT Technology Review reports tech stocks lost almost $2.5 trillion in a Nasdaq plunge, Democrats preparing to haul tech CEOs before Congress, and a U.S. warning on cyber threats to refrigeration systems.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsFinancial MarketsAstronomy and Space tech stocksNasdaqBig Tech regulationcyberattackAnthropicSamsung semiconductorsMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Tests Humanoid Robot Cleaning Service in San Francisco
MIT Technology Review reports on Tau Robotics, a San Francisco startup offering humanoid robot cleanings piloted remotely by humans, with $60 weekly or $100 one-time visits.
Science & TechnologyBusinessComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsEmployment and Labor Tau Roboticshumanoid robotsSan Franciscorobot cleaning serviceCornelia WeinzierlautomationMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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Pentagon Unit Delivers Over 25,000 Drones and Counter-Drone Systems to CENTCOM in $782 Million Push
The Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Unmanned Systems fielded more than 25,000 autonomous and counter-drone systems to CENTCOM this year under a roughly $782 million investment, the Department of War said.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyConflictMilitaryFederal GovernmentRoboticsMiddle East U.S. Department of WarCENTCOMDRPM-UxSUnmanned SystemsCounter-UASOwen WestAUTOWARCOM
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Penn Professor's New Book Puts Jack Kerouac's French-Canadian Roots at the Center
Jean-Christophe Cloutier's "Big American Writer: The Bilingual Jack Kerouac" dispels myths about the Beat icon and traces his French-Canadian identity and bilingualism through years of archival research.
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Media Monitor: Meta builds chore-performing humanoid, Walmart commits $6B to warehouse robots
The Rundown Robotics reports Meta built a five-foot humanoid called Max in three months with Chinese firm Fourier, while Walmart is putting $6 billion more behind Symbotic warehouse automation.
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DHS Tests Robot Dog and Wireless Networks to Extend First Responders' Reach
DHS Science and Technology Directorate brought first responders to El Paso, Texas, to assess a Boston Dynamics Spot-based robot and mobile ad hoc networks for hazardous operations.
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceFederal GovernmentComputers and Internet Department of Homeland SecurityScience and Technology Directorateautonomous systemsfirst respondersEl Paso, TexasBoston Dynamics Spotunmanned ground vehicleU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Media Monitor: Autonomous excavator startup Bedrock Robotics raises $600M as Boston Dynamics workers push back on ICE contract
The Rundown Robotics reports Bedrock Robotics raised $600M at a $4.1B valuation, while more than 300 Boston Dynamics employees signed a petition opposing a contract sending Spot robots to ICE.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetTradeMedical ScienceEmployment and Labor Bedrock RoboticsBoston DynamicsImmigration and Customs EnforcementMITDonald Trumprobotics fundingindustrial robotsThe Rundown Robotics
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Media Monitor: Futurism Highlights AI Research, Restaurant Robot Incident and Health Findings in Year's Top Stories
Futurism is reporting on its top stories of the year so far, including AI research findings, a robot rampage at a California restaurant, and a parasite linked to cognition.
Science & TechnologyHealthMediaArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceRoboticsComputers and Internet FuturismSam AltmanOpenAICaliforniaAlzheimer's diseaseparasite
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Media Monitor: Robot butler deposits, Unitree's H2-X demo and Tesla's Optimus ramp lead robotics coverage
The Rundown Robotics reports Tuesday Labs is taking $200 deposits on a $20K two-legged home robot, Unitree unveiled an H2-X rescue demo, and Tesla began Optimus production in Fremont.
Science & TechnologyBusinessRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetTransportationFinancial Markets Tuesday LabsVoxel robotUnitreeH2-X humanoidTesla OptimusWaymo robotaxiThe Rundown Robotics
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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Reports on AI-Robotic System Designed to Extend Stroke Rehabilitation Care
MIT Technology Review reports researchers developed a robotic rehabilitation system using generative AI and real-time force feedback to assist stroke patients, aiming to extend therapists' reach amid a growing shortage.
HealthScience & TechnologyMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceRobotics MIT Technology Reviewstroke rehabilitationphysical therapygenerative AIPurdue UniversityMITsciencetechnology
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Media Monitor: Cornell Chronicle Highlights Light-Activated Painkiller, Workplace Narcissism Research
Cornell Chronicle reports on an experimental light-switchable morphine compound, research showing narcissists seek public recognition at work, and expert commentary on AI use by voters and vaping's effect on singers' voices.
Science & TechnologyHealthEducationRoboticsMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceComputers and Internet Cornell ChronicleCornell Universitylight-activated opioidworkplace narcissismvaping and voicemedical research
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports Drones Dominate AUSA Expo as Army Seeks New Vendors
Breaking Defense's weekly video show reports autonomy dominated the 2026 AUSA expo in Washington, with the Army's chief technology officer discussing plans to open acquisition programs to broader competition.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentMilitaryRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceFederal Government Breaking DefenseAUSA expodronesautonomous systemsU.S. ArmyPete Hegsethdefense acquisition
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Media Monitor: Russian Satellite Stalked ICEYE Spacecraft, DIU Seeks Armed Unmanned Vessels
Breaking Defense reports a Russian satellite came within 500 meters of a US-flagged ICEYE spacecraft, while DIU launched a new phase of its unmanned vessel competition and Ukrainian firms pressed for export reform.
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Media Monitor: Army Eyes Third CAML System, Trains Robot Technicians, Warns of Critical Mineral Impact
Breaking Defense reports the Army is weighing a third CAML system, training special operations soldiers as robot technicians, and expecting supply chain effects as a critical mineral deadline nears.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyMilitaryCongressElectionArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsTrade Breaking DefenseU.S. ArmyCAMLArmy Special Operationscritical mineralsUkraine aidmidterm electionsBreaking Defense Daily
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Hegseth Pushes Autonomy at AUSA as Army Faces Mineral, Budget and Modernization Pressures
Pentagon and Raytheon sign a multi-year SM-3 IB contract worth up to $6.3 billion, while a continuing resolution is called the biggest challenge for U.S. Army Pacific.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyMilitaryFederal GovernmentEconomyMiddle EastAsiaArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsTradeWorldEurope Breaking DefensePentagonPete HegsethTask Force Autonomous WarfareArmy Materiel CommandHADES spy planeRaytheon SM-3 IB missile contractBreaking Defense - PentagonAUSA 2026U.S. Army PacificJoint Task Force-GoldArmy Special OperationsBreaking DefenceautonomyGolden DomePoland air defensecontinuing resolutionBreaking Defense Daily
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports Coast Guard MQ-9B Order, Navy Drone and Missile Deals
Breaking Defense reports the Coast Guard ordered its first MQ-9B drones for $248 million, while the Navy and industry partners advanced X-BAT drone, SM-3 missile and shipyard work.
Science & TechnologyBusinessMilitaryArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsTradeUSA Breaking DefenseU.S. Coast GuardMQ-9B dronesRaytheonSM-3 IB missilesShield AIX-BAT droneBreaking Defense - Naval Warfare
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Army Redesignates Futures Command as Autonomy Command at AUSA 2026
Gen. Christopher LaNeve says FASCOM will pioneer concepts harnessing autonomous capabilities across all warfighting functions.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyConflictMilitaryEconomyEuropeMiddle EastElectionUSAArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsAsia Breaking DefenseU.S. ArmyFASCOMAUSA conferenceLockheed MartinUkraine military aidPoland Patriot deliveriesBreaking Defense DailyAUSA 2026US ArmyProject GriffinXM-1776 howitzercounter-UASBreaking Defence
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Google Launches Gemini 4 Argon, a Frontier AI Model Built for Complex Real-World Problems
Google releases Gemini 4 Argon globally for developers, enterprises, scientists and consumers, claiming top ranking on the Vals Index and major gains in coding, cybersecurity, science and robotics.
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Army Weapons, Drones and Acquisition Moves at AUSA 2026
Breaking Defense reports from AUSA 2026 in Washington on a new Army mobile tactical cannon, balloon swarms sent to the Middle East, new interceptors and loitering munitions, and acquisition changes.
BusinessScience & TechnologyUSAMilitaryRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceTrade AUSA 2026Breaking DefenseU.S. ArmyAdam TelleAndurilLockheed Martinloitering munitionsBreaking Defence
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Penn Engineers Build Biodegradable Sensors to Help Farmers Assess Crop Health Earlier
Electrical engineer Cherie Kagan and researcher Akhila Mallavarapu are developing biodegradable sensors and farm-roving robots through Penn's Internet of Things for Precision Agriculture center to give growers earlier crop data.
Science & TechnologyHealthEducationPolitics and GovernmentUSAAgricultureRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceEmployment and LaborGeneral Politics University of PennsylvaniaCherie KaganInternet of Things for Precision Agriculturebiodegradable sensorsprecision agricultureRoberto GonzalesAndy Kim
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Media Monitor: UCLA's PhoneBot, Tesla Robot Skin Patent and Robot Training Data Race Lead Robotics Coverage
The Rundown Robotics reports UCLA built a smartphone-powered mini-humanoid, Tesla filed a patent for touch-sensing robot skin, and robotics firms are spending billions on training data.
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Roundup Covers New Interceptors, Drone Deals and Pentagon Contracts
Breaking Defense reports Anduril's new Steelfin interceptor, a $248 million Coast Guard MQ-9B order, Lockheed's PAC-3 Edge, and a $6.3 billion SM-3 IB contract, among other defense developments.
BusinessScience & TechnologyWorldMilitaryArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsTradeEuropeMiddle EastAsiaAustralasiaAfricaEconomy Breaking DefenseAnduril Steelfin interceptorLockheed Martin PAC-3 EdgeRaytheon SM-3 IB contractCoast Guard MQ-9B dronesGeneral Dynamics Phebe NovakovicLithuania US baseBreaking Defence
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports Coast Guard MQ-9B Order, Lockheed PAC-3 Edge, Army FUZE Review
Breaking Defense reports a $248 million Coast Guard order for its first MQ-9B drones, Lockheed's new PAC-3 Edge interceptor, and the Army FUZE hub's first-year challenges.
Science & TechnologyBusinessMilitaryUSAPolandSwedenSouth KoreaArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsTradeFederal Government Breaking DefenseU.S. Coast GuardMQ-9B dronesLockheed MartinPAC-3 EdgeU.S. Army FUZEF-35Breaking Defense Daily
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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Profiles the Rise of Drone Delivery Pilots
MIT Technology Review reports on remote pilots who oversee delivery drone fleets over Dallas, describing the skills and FAA credentials the fast-growing job now demands.
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Media Monitor: Pearson Engineering Marks 30 Years of U.S. Army Partnership at AUSA 2026
Breaking Defense reports Pearson Engineering is marking three decades of work with the U.S. Army and defense community, highlighting counter-IED systems and autonomous technology at AUSA 2026.
BusinessScience & TechnologyMilitaryUSAEconomyRobotics Pearson EngineeringBreaking DefenseU.S. ArmyAUSA 2026counter-IED systemsautonomous systemsdefense industryBreaking Defence
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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Reports Humanoid Robot Hype Outpaces Lab Reality
MIT Technology Review reports that despite bold predictions from Elon Musk and others, humanoid robots remain far from general-purpose, with researchers citing data and reliability hurdles.
Science & TechnologyBusinessArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsComputers and InternetEconomy humanoid robotsMIT Technology ReviewTesla OptimusElon MuskGoogle DeepMindPhysical IntelligenceMITsciencetechnology
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Media Monitor: General Dynamics CEO to Step Down, Army Awards NGC2 Contracts, Romania Orders Airbus Helicopters
Breaking Defense reports General Dynamics CEO Phebe Novakovic will step down in 2027, the Army issued nearly $100M in NGC2 application awards to nine companies, and Romania ordered 12 Airbus H225M helicopters.
BusinessScience & TechnologyMilitaryEuropeArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsFinancial MarketsEmployment and Labor General DynamicsPhebe NovakovicDanny DeepU.S. ArmyNGC2counter-drone technologyRomaniaBreaking Defense Daily
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Media Monitor: Pentagon Taps Four Vendors for Counter-Drone Directed Energy Pilot, Boeing Wins PAC-3 Seeker Deal
Breaking Defense reports the Pentagon selected AeroVironment, Epirus, Kord and Boeing for a JIATF-401 counter-drone directed energy pilot, while Boeing won a potential $14.7 billion PAC-3 seeker contract.
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