Daily Robot News
March 25, 2026
Today's news reveals a fascinating divergence in robotics: while some companies push the boundaries with versatile humanoids and autonomous vehicles, others face the sobering reality of operational failures and cautious optimism about the future.
Summary
Humanoid Robot Innovations
Amazon acquired humanoid developer Fauna Robotics, Chinese Company unveiled a new humanoid robot powered by GAE model, Toyota deployed 7 humanoid robots in a Canadian factory.
Autonomous Transport Developments
Waymo hits 500,000 weekly rides, showcasing over 4 million miles covered, Zoox prepares to debut robotaxis in Austin and Miami, FANUC America invests $90M in U.S. robot manufacturing.
AI and Robotics Partnerships
TI partners with NVIDIA to enhance robot deployments, Korber collaborates with NVIDIA for warehouse digital twins, Russ Tedrake unveils a stealth AI startup at the Robotics Summit.
In Other Robot News
RAI Institute debuts RoadRunner capable of various movements, A Silicon Valley Airport introduces 'José' the robot to ease travel, Second Delivery Robot crashed into a bus shelter in Old Town.