Daily Robot News
March 03, 2026
As humanoid robots proliferate from dance floors to factory floors, it’s clear we're not just building machines but also a cultural obsession with their capabilities—turning AI into entertainment and labor, often in the same breath.
Summary
Humanoid Robots on the Rise
Honor's humanoid robot showed impressive dancing skills, BMW Group is deploying humanoids in production, China surpassed 140 humanoid robot OEMs.
Autonomous Driving Updates
Pony AI achieved unit profitability for its robotaxi, San Francisco leaders pressed Waymo over stalled services, Zoox faced allegations of running a red light in Las Vegas.
Robotics Advancements and Insights
Carnegie Mellon revealed new robotics center for diverse machine capabilities, Intuitive acquired surgical robot distributors enhancing its European presence, Scientific American explained rapid advancements in humanoid robots mastering tasks.