Daily Robot News

July 13, 2026

As humanoids inch closer to real-world applications — from surgeries to companionship — it's clear that while the world grapples with their role, the true challenge may be our readiness to embrace machines as everyday allies.

Summary

Humanoid Robots and Surgery Innovations

NEO humanoid's new hands promise precision, US scientists used a humanoid for keyhole surgery, Humanoid robots made history in surgeries!

Robotics and Emerging Technologies

Hyundai Motor workers strike over bonuses and job security, Mitsubishi introduces humanoid robots in factories, Chinese company UBTech launches humanoids for emotional support!

Robotics and Transportation Challenges

Waymo faces vandalism issues, Robotaxi companies

The rescue robot of tomorrow might look like a cockroach in a scuba suit
NEO humanoid's new hands show off human-like dexterity and precision
US scientists employ a Chinese humanoid robot for keyhole surgery in pigs
Ukraine becomes first to fund combat humanoid robots, but wheels still win on the battlefield
Chinese company UBTech introduces hyper-real humanoid robots for lonely individuals
Humanoid robots achieve milestone by performing two surgeries in pigs for the first time
Shirtless man vandalizes Waymo in East Hollywood; LAPD not amused
Robotaxi companies on alert after impeding first responders during emergencies
Apple's self-driving car flop sparks powerful AI chip legacy still shaking the industry
New Jersey bill pushes Tesla for more sensors in robotaxis
Hyundai workers strike over job security and bonuses amid robotic changes
Waymo's public policy team aims for a robot taxi rollout in Illinois
Pondering how to evaluate general-purpose robot policies for deployment in the real world
Here are the top ten movie robots that stole our hearts
Wheelchair designed using a quadruped robot concept making waves
Check out this cool AI robot arm I just made
Uber's strategy appears to slow autonomous vehicle adoption for now
Waymo's self-driving van hits the streets of Pittsburgh for some real-world testing
Mitsubishi introduces humanoid robots to factories due to worker shortages in Japan
My first mask design includes actual electronic parts for a unique twist
Found a collision involvement note under my Waymo's windshield wiper
Just took my first Ojai ride with Waymo
Enjoying life in Ojai with new experiences
Had a great day at #AGISummit2026
Engineering is more than a subject; it's a way of thinking
Sharing my old drawings from middle school days
Thinking about creating a WhatsApp group for learning AI automation
[WATCH] Pair your Roomba® with a voice assistant for ultimate cleaning ease!
Looking for help sorting outlook emails for better management
Discussing what finance tasks are safe to automate with AI
[WATCH] Marina Bill and Atlas Copco Showcase the Future of Automation!
I review every message my AI messenger writes—are these still AI messages?
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