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Foundation Future Industries: The Controversial Startup Building Humanoid Robots for War and Industry

Foundation Future Industries is developing humanoid robots for industrial and military applications, including future warfare, drawing significant investment and military contracts. The company faces strong ethical opposition from organizations like the UN and Catholic Church, though co-founder Sankaet Pathak defends their work, citing an ongoing autonomous arms race and potential for precision warfare. Eric Trump is an investor and adviser.

The Independent World

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UBTech Robotics Sees Strong Pre-Sales for U1 Humanoid Companion Robots

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Tech·02/08/2026Résumé IA

UBTech Robotics Sees Strong Pre-Sales for U1 Humanoid Companion Robots

Shenzhen-based UBTech Robotics has garnered 13,361 pre-orders for its U1 series humanoid companion robots since early June, with initial deliveries scheduled to begin on September 16. The robots offer facial expressions, voice interaction, and AI-driven conversations.

SCMP Economy

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US Bans Foreign Humanoid and Four-Legged Robots Citing National Security Risks

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Tech·01/08/2026Résumé IA

US Bans Foreign Humanoid and Four-Legged Robots Citing National Security Risks

The Trump administration banned new foreign-made humanoid and four-legged robots from entering the US, citing national security risks from data collection and potential foreign intelligence leverage. The move is widely seen as targeting China, a leading robot producer, and aims to protect the domestic US robotics industry.

US Bans Imports of Foreign-Made Humanoid Robots, Power Inverters Over Security Risks

The Trump administration has banned imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing unacceptable risks to national security and the US economy, with many affected products originating from China.

Chinese Firms Sweep Top 5 in LexisNexis' Bipedal Robot Patent Ranking

Chinese firms occupy the top 5 spots in LexisNexis' Patent Asset Index for bipedal walking robots, with US and European presence limited to lower rankings.

SCMP Tech

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US Lawmakers Advance Ban on Chinese Military Robots

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Defense·23/07/2026Résumé IA

US Lawmakers Advance Ban on Chinese Military Robots

The US House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including provisions to prohibit the Pentagon from using Chinese-made humanoid robots due to national security and data privacy concerns, while commercial sales remain unaffected.

Humanoid Robots Perform Surgery, Plus Social Media and Carbon Capture Solutions

Humanoid robots successfully performed remote surgery for the first time. The program also features insights from the infinite scroll inventor on social media and a carbon capture solution for cargo ships.

BBC Technology

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World AI Conference in Shanghai Amid US-China Tech Rivalry

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Tech·20/07/2026Résumé IA

World AI Conference in Shanghai Amid US-China Tech Rivalry

The World AI Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai highlights China's drive for technological self-reliance amid US chip restrictions. Beijing rejects 'trap' claims regarding its open-source AI promotion, aiming to foster global exchanges and ensure AI benefits reach developing nations.

SCMP Tech

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Humanoid Robots Successfully Perform Live Minimally Invasive Surgery in Preclinical Trials

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Tech·10/07/2026Résumé IA

Humanoid Robots Successfully Perform Live Minimally Invasive Surgery in Preclinical Trials

Engineers and surgeons at UC San Diego have demonstrated that teleoperated humanoid robots can perform live minimally invasive surgery. In preclinical trials, humanoid robots successfully completed gallbladder removal operations on non-primate mammals, marking a significant step towards integrating these robots into future operating rooms.

Times of India

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Humanoid Robots Perform Remote Gallbladder Surgeries on Pigs

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Tech·09/07/2026Résumé IA

Humanoid Robots Perform Remote Gallbladder Surgeries on Pigs

Humanoid robots, remotely controlled by surgeons, successfully removed gallbladders from live pigs in a preclinical trial. This human-robot team-up offers a potentially cheaper and more accessible alternative to specialized surgical robots, with applications in rural areas, battlefields, and space.

Ars Technica

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Agibot Completes World's First Livestream of Humanoid Robots on Full Tablet Production Line

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Tech·06/07/2026Résumé IA

Agibot Completes World's First Livestream of Humanoid Robots on Full Tablet Production Line

Chinese robotics company Agibot livestreamed six days of its G2 humanoid robots operating on a full tablet production line at Longcheer Technology's factory. The robots produced 17,625 tablets with a 99.99% success rate, demonstrating practical industrial application of embodied AI.

Times of India

2 min de lecture

Agility Robotics CEO Peggy Johnson on SPAC Merger and the Future of Humanoid Robots

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Business·06/07/2026Résumé IA

Agility Robotics CEO Peggy Johnson on SPAC Merger and the Future of Humanoid Robots

Agility Robotics is set to go public via a SPAC merger valuing the company at $2.5 billion, aiming to raise over $620 million. CEO Peggy Johnson discusses the company's focus on warehouse robots, its proprietary physical AI, and the long road ahead for home robotics.

TechCrunch

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Chinese Start-ups Race to Build Advanced Robotic Hands for Humanoid Robots

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Tech·06/07/2026Résumé IA

Chinese Start-ups Race to Build Advanced Robotic Hands for Humanoid Robots

Chinese start-ups are leveraging manufacturing advantages and government support for 'embodied AI' to develop highly dextrous robotic hands, aiming to transform humanoid robots from novelties into practical tools. This focus addresses the significant engineering challenge of replicating human hand capabilities, which is seen as crucial for unlocking future economic potential amidst an aging workforce.

Guardian Tech

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Agibot Completes World's First Full Tablet Production Line Livestream with Humanoid Robots

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Tech·05/07/2026Résumé IA

Agibot Completes World's First Full Tablet Production Line Livestream with Humanoid Robots

Chinese robotics company Agibot livestreamed six days of its G2 humanoid robots operating on a full tablet production line at Longcheer Technology. The robots produced 17,625 tablets with a 99.99% success rate, demonstrating practical industrial application of embodied AI.

Times of India

2 min de lecture

California Schools Deploy ChatGPT-Powered Humanoid Robots as Teaching Assistants

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Education·30/06/2026Résumé IA

California Schools Deploy ChatGPT-Powered Humanoid Robots as Teaching Assistants

Altus Schools in California has invested $500,000 in two Ameca robots, powered by ChatGPT, to assist teachers and students as tutors, wellness coaches, career guides, and translators. While seen as a futuristic step, the pilot program faces criticism over cost and potential limitations, with ongoing efforts to ensure safety and critical thinking.

Economic Times

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San Diego Schools Pilot AI Humanoid Robots in Classrooms

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Education·30/06/2026Résumé IA

San Diego Schools Pilot AI Humanoid Robots in Classrooms

Altus Schools in San Diego is piloting two Ameca humanoid robots, powered by ChatGPT, to serve as classroom assistants, wellness coaches, college planners, and translators. The $500,000 experiment aims to study if "physical AI" can boost student engagement and personalize learning, raising questions about cost, effectiveness, and ethics.

Times of India

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South Korea Commits $1 Trillion to AI and Chip Megaprojects by 2028

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Business·30/06/2026Résumé IA

South Korea Commits $1 Trillion to AI and Chip Megaprojects by 2028

South Korea's government and tech giants are investing $1 trillion in memory chip, AI data center, and robotics megaprojects by 2028. This aims to boost global chip supply, develop AI infrastructure, and deploy humanoid robots, despite debates over profits and labor union resistance.

Ars Technica

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The $6 Billion Chinese Startup Trying to Build Hands for Every Robot

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Tech·17/06/2026Résumé IA

The $6 Billion Chinese Startup Trying to Build Hands for Every Robot

LinkerBot, a Chinese startup valued at $6 billion, is developing affordable, dexterous robotic hands for $600, aiming to standardize them for humanoid robots and automated factories, with a long-term goal of replacing human labor. The company's ambition highlights the rapid advancements in robotics and AI.

Wired

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Genesis AI Unveils Eno, a Headless, Legless Humanoid Robot

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Tech·17/06/2026Résumé IA

Genesis AI Unveils Eno, a Headless, Legless Humanoid Robot

Genesis AI, a startup backed by Eric Schmidt, has revealed Eno, a new general-purpose humanoid robot designed around human capabilities rather than appearance. It features human-like hands for tool use and will begin targeted deployments in manufacturing and logistics by late 2026.

The Verge

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Rivian CEO Scaringe Envisions Humanoid Robots as Future Colleagues

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Tech·13/06/2026Résumé IA

Rivian CEO Scaringe Envisions Humanoid Robots as Future Colleagues

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe plans to integrate humanoid robots into the company's manufacturing workforce, envisioning them as "colleagues" working alongside humans. He also founded Mind Robotics, a separate company focused on developing these robots, which has raised over $1 billion and will have Rivian as a launch customer.

Theker Raises $85M for Reconfigurable AI Robotics in Manufacturing

Theker, a Barcelona-based AI robotics startup, raises $85M in Europe's largest robotics Series A to develop reconfigurable robots for manufacturing and logistics, backed by CRV, Samsung, and others.

TechCrunch

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Humanoid robots poised for massive growth, investors say

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Tech·03/06/2026Résumé IA

Humanoid robots poised for massive growth, investors say

Humanoid robots are set for explosive growth, with market watchers predicting a 100-fold increase and a market size of $200 billion by 2035. Experts highlight China's dominance in production and deployment, while investors see significant opportunities in manufacturing, services, and even home use.

CNBC

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Chinese automakers pivot to humanoid robots, leveraging manufacturing prowess

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Tech·02/06/2026Résumé IA

Chinese automakers pivot to humanoid robots, leveraging manufacturing prowess

Chinese auto firms, facing declining profits, are shifting focus to humanoid robots, leveraging existing manufacturing and tech expertise. Companies like BYD and XPeng are developing robots for sales and in-store roles, aiming for mass production by next year. This strategic move capitalizes on technological synergies, cost advantages, and government support, mirroring global trends from Tesla and Hyundai.

Humanoid robots 'the future' of car making, says BMW

BMW to deploy humanoid robots in European manufacturing, citing adaptability to existing workflows and cost-effectiveness, with potential to address labor shortages.

BBC Business