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Robots can outrun humans, but can they plug in a cable? - Reuters

Robots can outrun humans, but can they plug in a cable? Reuters China wants its humanoids to be taken seriously The Economist China’s robots rock, box and mix drinks. Can they outperform humans? Financial Times At China's robot Olympics, the finish line comes with a padded wall a

China’s robots race ahead

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Analysts like this humanoid supplier, even if the robots remain concepts — for now

As the novelty of humanoid robots gives way to questions about their commercialization, stock analysts see potential for one gear box supplier.

Robots replace soldiers in Ukraine's first-ever drone parade

Are humanoid robots the future of warfare?

Humanoid robots are breaking world records in sports, and are increasingly being developed and tested for military use.

China shows off record-breaking robots at strategic games

The five-day World Humanoid Robot Games are underway in Beijing, featuring 51 events, 30 sport competitions and more than 2,000 humanoid robots. They have already revealed the technology can out-run and out-jump humans and that they are capable of sports such as table tennis and

Inside Meta’s push to put robots to work in data centers

Meta is testing robots that can plug in cables, reset servers, and handle other tasks inside its data centers , according to several current and former workers familiar with the projects.

Ban on Chinese robots leaves U.S. startups stranded

Washington’s limits on foreign parts promises a supply chain revolution — but Silicon Valley founders say domestic alternatives don’t exist yet.

Chinese automakers are following Tesla’s bet that robots are the next big profit machine

Technical progress has encouraged a new batch of companies to jump in on the promise of profits from humanoid robots. And they're all Chinese automakers.

The US is building barriers around drones and robots, but China has scale to get around them

The U.S. is shutting out more foreign-made drones and robots. China’s scale means the global competition may simply move elsewhere.

AI Companion Robots Are Closing the Human Connection in Modern Homes

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Inside Meta’s Push to Put Robots to Work in Data Centers

The company is testing robots that can swap cables, reset servers, and take on other tasks performed by technicians, fueling concerns among some workers that their jobs could be at risk.

ICE plans to spend $2 million on dog-like robots for immigration enforcement

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is planning to spend up to $2 million on robot “dogs” to assist its agents’ operations, according to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding document.

The Tech Download: BlackBerry lost the phone war. Now it's betting on cars and robots

BlackBerry CEO John Giamatteo joins CNBC's Arjun Kharpal on The Tech Download podcast.

Anthropic tests new way for Claude to work with robots and scientific lab tools

The new software standard essentially stores information for artificial intelligence assistants to understand how a piece of hardware works.

Launch HN: Salem Robotics (YC S26) – Software for industrial inspection robots

Hi HN, we're the founders of Salem Robotics ( https://salemroboticsinc.com ).

Beyond China's humanoid robots, a quieter machine revolution is unfolding

There are more than two million robots working in China's factories - and they are scaling up fast.

China’s humanoid robots aren’t smart enough to take your job — yet

Though the country's robot makers produce world-beating hardware, the humanoids currently lack the intelligence needed for general-purpose work, limiting their practical uses.

Bill Gates calls for some jobs to be ‘Human Reserved,’ suggests taxing AI tokens and robots — billionaire says that ‘AI era will be one of the most turbulent ti

While the unprecedented pace of development of artificial intelligence and its impact on human society is being discussed widely among academic circles, Bill Gates says that nations and governments are not doing enough to prepare their citizens for the upcoming upheaval this tech

Robots can run faster than elite human sprinters, but are they really athletes?

A robot may resemble a person, but it does not experience sport in the way humans do.

Hyundai Settles With Striking Workers Worried Robots Will Take Their Jobs

The agreement is said to include higher wages, a performance bonus, and better benefits

CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: Robots need help learning human skills. These AI companies are rushing to meet the demand

Humanoid robots still take a long time to complete human tasks. Several startups in China are trying different ways to collect and use training data better.

Temasek-backed investor behind Unitree pitches Singapore as Chinese robots' path to U.S.

As Washington shuts out Chinese robotics, a Temasek-backed VC bets that startups with genuine development in the city-state can still reach American buyers.

Beyond China's humanoid robots, a quieter machine revolution is unfolding

There are more than two million robots working in China's factories - and they are scaling up fast.

Humanoid robots shatter Usain Bolt's 100m record, hits 23.8 mph before crashing into foam pads — video shows Tiangong Ultra logging 9.39-second sprint before co

Two Chinese humanoid robots just beat the record of the world’s fastest human in the 100-meter dash. According to Reuters , Tiangong Ultra achieved a record time of 9.39 seconds in the race, while Honor’s Lightning came in at a close second, with a time of 9.47 seconds. These are

Humanoid robots have beaten Usain Bolt's 100-meter dash record

And they looked absolutely ridiculous doing it.

Walking, Talking Factory Robots Are Here, But Humans Are Still Faster. For Now

BMW, Hyundai, Mercedes and Tesla see humanoids as factory workers, though some experts question whether they’re worth the trouble

US distributor of China’s most popular humanoid robots pivots after US ban

A leading US distributor of China’s most popular humanoid robots and robot dogs now plans to produce its own robots at a facility on Long Island, New York. The business pivot comes amid the US government’s growing crackdown on foreign-made robots. The company, RoboStore, had prev

Humanoid robots smash Usain Bolt’s 100-meter record

The 9.58-second 100-meter dash record set by Usain Bolt in 2009 has been outpaced by Chinese robots participating at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. In a preliminary heat on Saturday, Tiangong Ultra, made by the Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation ​Center, ran the distan

Chinese humanoid robots' biggest obstacle: Humans are still (mostly) better

Humanoid robots still struggle to perform as efficiently as humans in most labor scenarios.

Robots can outrun humans, but can they plug in a cable?

The five-day World Humanoid Robot Games, which began Saturday in Beijing, combine events modeled on sports with those designed to test the robots in key simulated situations.

Hyundai Workers Go On Strike For The First Time In A Decade And Robots Are Partly To Blame

Hyundai and Kia employees walked off the line in what was reportedly their first full strike in a decade

‘Robot Olympics’ reveal humanoids’ rapid progress — and flaws

Nature, Published online: 27 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02713-z Humanoid robots broke records at sporting events such as sprints, but struggled at practical tasks such as hammering nails.

Prototype worm robot goes viral over its ridiculous shape

Robots are gaining tons of new abilities in recent years, but one new machine is getting attention for a reason its creators probably never expected.

World humanoid robot games show runners breaking records, bursting into flames

Viral videos of the World Humanoid Robot Games show sprinting robots beating the human 100-meter record held by Usain Bolt—but also feature running robots crashing into barriers and falling down because they cannot readily stop running.

The Manhunters' comic history could hold the secret to Lanterns

DC's shapeshifting, genocidal robots create untold story potential for the HBO series.

Humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m world record

Robots exceeded human records at the World Robot Games over the weekend in Beijing's Olympic speed skating arena as China showcased its dominance in the industry. Dozens of humanoids and their human operators competed in events from athletics and boxing to football and martial ar

Robot Olympics runner bravely sprints headfirst into wall and collapses in shower of sparks, is not a metaphor

(Image credit: Future) Robots are just PCs that can walk around, and these days they're doing a lot more than just going for a stroll. Christopher Livingston doesn't trust them, not one bit, and is reporting on their movements monthly—and this month, Lincoln Carpenter did it, too

Robot archer lights up 'Zhixin' as 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games open in Beijing - Global Times

Robot archer lights up 'Zhixin' as 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games open in Beijing Global Times Robot horse and rider steal the spotlight at Chinese conference BBC Robots can outrun humans, but can they plug in a cable? Reuters China wants its humanoids to be taken seriously The E

Foster + Partners unveils plans for autonomous robot construction project

British studio Foster + Partners, in collaboration with academic institutions, has secured funding to develop an automated fleet of robots and drones for on-site timber construction.

Honda's Next U.S. Factory Could Hinge On USMCA

Plus, Nissan's plans for body-on-frame supremacy. We'll also look at Kia's tentative union deal, and XPeng's lust for robots.

Launch HN: Risklytics (YC S26) – Insurance brokerage for frontier tech companies

Hi HN, we're Sam and Alex, founders of Risklytics ( https://risklytics.ai ). We're both on leave from Harvard, and we run an insurance brokerage for companies building robots, drones, autonomous systems and satellites. You describe your machine, we find the insurance companies wi

UN and Red Cross step up call for international rules on 'killer robot' weapons systems

The United Nations and the International Committee of the Red Cross on Tuesday ratcheted up a joint call for countries to adopt bans and restrictions on use of autonomous weapons systems — often known as "killer robots" — warning that "the risks have intensified."

Humanoid robot breaks Usain Bolt's 100m record in China

Humanoid robots smashed sprinting records and competed in boxing, football and martial arts at Beijing’s World Robot Games, including running legend Usain Bolt's record for the 100-metre dash. The robo-athletes drew cheers from hundreds of spectators and showcased China’s growing

Chinese robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m world record

The Chinese humanoid robot "Lightning" ran a 100-meter trial race faster than human world-record holder Usain Bolt. A year ago, humanoid robots struggled to finish a race.