Robotics Daily News: China's Humanoid Robots Lead in Soccer Matches

China's Humanoid Robots Lead in Soccer Matches

In Beijing, university teams competed in China's first fully autonomous 3-on-3 robot soccer tournament, showcasing advanced AI technologies. The event highlighted China's growing investment in AI-powered humanoid robots, using sports as a testing ground for real-world applications. (apnews.com)

UK's NHS Plans to Integrate Robotics into Healthcare

UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting unveiled a 10-year strategy to reform the NHS, aiming for one in eight operations to be robot-assisted by 2035. The plan includes robotic support in pharmacies and data entry, though concerns about capital investment and data privacy remain. (ft.com)

China's AI-Powered Humanoid Robots Transform Manufacturing

China is advancing the use of AI-powered humanoid robots in manufacturing to address economic challenges. Startups like AgiBot and MagicLab, supported by government subsidies, are deploying robots capable of complex tasks, with state procurement of such technology rising dramatically. (reuters.com)

South Korea Launches K-Humanoid Alliance to Boost Robotics Industry

South Korea's government, along with major robotics companies and universities, launched the K-Humanoid Alliance to develop a common AI model for robots by 2028. The alliance aims to create a commercial humanoid robot capable of lifting 20kg or more, weighing less than 60kg, and moving at speeds over 2.5m/s. (en.wikipedia.org)

Google's Gemini Robotics AI Model Enhances Robot Capabilities

Google DeepMind introduced Gemini Robotics, an advanced AI model based on the Gemini 2.0 framework, tailored for robotics applications. The model integrates vision, language, and action, enabling robots to understand and adapt to new situations, marking a significant advancement in AI-driven robotics. (en.wikipedia.org)