Apptronik Closes Additional Series A Funding

Apptronik Closes Additional Series A Funding

Mercedes-Benz, Japan Post Capital, RyderVentures, ARK Invest join B Capital, Capital Factory and Google in oversubscribed round to accelerate commercialization of next-generation humanoid robots Press Release – Austin, Texas – March 18, 2025 – Apptronik, the AI-powered humanoid robotics company, today announced the successful close of an oversubscribed $403M Series A funding round, adding an extra $53 million to the previously announced $350M round led by B Capital … Continue reading Apptronik Closes Additional Series A Funding

Finding the New Recruit: Robots vs Human Insight

Finding the New Recruit: Robots vs Human Insight

The world of talent recruitment has not stopped being re-invented, with artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly taking center stage as next stage after the Monsterjobs.com. While AI tools are undeniably streamlining the process, automating tasks and potentially reducing bias in some areas, there’s a growing realization that humans still hold the crucial edge in understanding behavioral outcomes in complex workplace situations. This blog post explores the … Continue reading Finding the New Recruit: Robots vs Human Insight

As the Captain of the Afghan Dreamers, Education Cannot Wait Global Champion Somaya Faruqi led the team to victory at robotics competitions around the world, built a ventilator out of car parts, and eventually fled the country. Today she continues her bold advocacy to ensure education for all of Afghanistan’s children.

‘Rule Breakers’ Movie Launches in Advance of International Women’s Day Highlighting the Courage and Hope of the Afghan Girls Robotics Team

Press Release – 07 March 2025 – New York – – Angel Studios’ new feature film‘Rule Breakers’ – launching in theaters across the United States, Canada, South Africa and Sri Lanka today – highlights the hope, courage and resilience of the Afghan Girls Robotics Team. The film charts the inspiring journey of the team, known as the Afghan Dreamers (trailer available here). When their innovation draws global … Continue reading ‘Rule Breakers’ Movie Launches in Advance of International Women’s Day Highlighting the Courage and Hope of the Afghan Girls Robotics Team

World Economic Forum

World Economic Forum to Launch European Centre for AI Excellence in Paris

News Release – Geneva, Switzerland, 27 February 2025 – The World Economic Forum and VivaTech have agreed to launch a European Centre for AI Excellence (CAIE) in Paris in 2025. The centre will join the World Economic Forum’s Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) global network, further advancing its global leadership in leveraging technology for transformative change. CAIE will tackle key AI challenges by tailoring … Continue reading World Economic Forum to Launch European Centre for AI Excellence in Paris

TCS announced its collaborative engagement with MassRobotics

TCS Collaborates with MassRobotics in North America to Accelerate Innovation in the Robotics Sector

As a part of this initiative, Tata Consultancy Services will deploy a team at MassRobotics’ Boston facility to jointly drive innovation across consumer-facing industries Press release – BOSTON, MA | NEW YORK, NY, February 19, 2025: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, today announced its ​​​collaborative engagement​ with MassRobotics, the largest independent robotics hub in … Continue reading TCS Collaborates with MassRobotics in North America to Accelerate Innovation in the Robotics Sector

Realbotix Launches New Corporate Website

Realbotix Releases Robotic AI Vision System

Press Release – February 17, 2025 – LAS VEGAS – Realbotix Corp. (TSX-V: XBOT) (Frankfurt Stock Exchange: 76M0.F) (OTC: XBOTF) (“Realbotix” or the “Company”), a leading creator of humanoid robots and companionship-based AI, announces the launch of its proprietary Realbotix Robotic AI Vision System, an innovative development that sets a new standard for realism and adaptability in humanoid robots. Designed to elevate user interaction and … Continue reading Realbotix Releases Robotic AI Vision System

PDW Appoints Dan DeFay as Vice President of Information Security

PDW Appoints Dan DeFay as Vice President of Information Security

Press Release – February 06, 2025 – HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – PDW is pleased to announce the appointment of Dan DeFay as Vice President of Information Security. In this critical role, DeFay will lead the information security program and strategy for the company. “His experience in managing sensitive information in both the government and private sector will be invaluable as we expand operations.” Post this DeFay … Continue reading PDW Appoints Dan DeFay as Vice President of Information Security

Chemify

Chemify Hires Biopharma Veteran Dr. Alastair Leighton as Chief Operating Officer

Previously at MeiraGTx, GSK and Novartis, Dr. Leighton will help Chemify scale the company’s operational capacity to meet demand for the design and synthesis of complex small molecules. Press Release – January 10, 2025 – GLASGOW, Scotland – Chemify, a deep tech chemical science company combining chemistry, robotics and AI at scale to digitally design, discover and make new molecules, announced today that Dr. Alastair … Continue reading Chemify Hires Biopharma Veteran Dr. Alastair Leighton as Chief Operating Officer

Lenovo

Lenovo Integrates AI and Robotics to Deliver Smarter Retail Solutions

Three new offerings transform delivery, customer communication and checkout services in retail and hospitality settings with proven, measurable ROI Press Release – January 10, 2025 – NEW YORK – Lenovo today introduced three new retail solutions that combine the best of robotics and artificial intelligence technologies. Premiering at NRF 2025 in New York City, each solution has been field-tested and proven in commercial settings. Lenovo’s … Continue reading Lenovo Integrates AI and Robotics to Deliver Smarter Retail Solutions