Gene Demaitre
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Gene Demaitre
@gened5.bsky.social
Robotics reporter and editor
I look forward to chatting with inVia Robotics' Lior Elazary, DHL Supply Chain's Rob Wright, and Interact Analysis' Rueben Scriven about the future of #warehouse #automation in next week's roundtable! Register now to join us! www.automatedwarehouseonline.com/experts-roun... #robotics
Expert roundtable to discuss the future of warehouse automation - Automated Warehouse
Industry experts will discuss how to navigate the expanding world of warehouse automation in a free webinar.
www.automatedwarehouseonline.com
November 7, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Thanks again to all who attended, spoke, or exhibited at #RoboBusiness! We're already looking ahead to the #RoboticsSummit next May. Do you have experience or insights to share about the development of commercial #robotics? Submit now to present! www.therobotreport.com/robotics-sum... #robots
Robotics Summit 2026 extends call for speakers
The Robotics Summit & Expo returns to Boston May 27-28, 2026, with deepened coverage, an expanded expo floor and more.
www.therobotreport.com
October 28, 2025 at 2:25 PM
From #robot design through commercialization, from #humanoids to #AI, and from field #robotics to healthcare and more, we've got you covered at #RoboBusiness 2025! See our expert speakers and cutting-edge exhibitors next week! Register now to join us! www.robobusiness.com
October 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Big news in industrial #automation: ABB is selling its ABB Robotics division to SoftBank Group, which is no stranger to #robotics. What does this mean for the unit's workers, product line, and customers? We're following this story closely. www.therobotreport.com/abb-group-se...
ABB Group to sell ABB Robotics to SoftBank for $5.375B - The Robot Report
ABB, which planned to spin out its ABB Robotics & Discrete Automation group, is now selling it to SoftBank, as President Sami Atiya departs.
www.therobotreport.com
October 8, 2025 at 2:40 PM
The U.S. government has proposed #tariffs on #robotics and other technologies. Will they help efforts to reshore manufacturing, or will they hurt them? What do you think about this policy? Don't forget to submit while the public comment period is open! www.therobotreport.com/industry-exp...
Industry experts react to U.S. robotics tariff proposal - The Robot Report
The U.S. government's proposed tariff on robots and medical devices has sparked concern around reshoring. It is soliciting public comment.
www.therobotreport.com
September 26, 2025 at 7:30 PM
We talk about #scaling #robotics a lot, but Mel Torrie has more experience than most -- both in terms of the size of the autonomous systems themselves and in terms of the markets ASI is serving. Learn from him at #RoboBusiness in just a few weeks! www.therobotreport.com/asi-ceo-to-s...
ASI CEO to share insights from large-scale deployments at RoboBusiness - The Robot Report
ASI CEO Mel Torrie, who will be speaking at RoboBusiness 2025, explains how his company has brought autonomy to different markets.
www.therobotreport.com
September 22, 2025 at 8:46 PM
I remember covering the launch of the Sawyer #robot, as well as the ups and downs of Rethink Robotics. Unfortunately, the cobot pioneer has closed its doors for a second time
www.therobotreport.com/rethink-robo...
Rethink Robotics shuts down -- again
Rethink Robotics Inc., which rose as a force- and power-limited arm pioneer, has shut down for a second time.
www.therobotreport.com
September 17, 2025 at 3:24 PM
#Figure AI is the latest #humanoid #robot company to reach unicorn status, as investors including #NVIDIA add funding fuel to the race to market www.therobotreport.com/figure-ai-ra... Learn more about #robotics at #RoboBusiness next month!
Figure AI raises $1B in Series C funding toward humanoid robot development - The Robot Report
Figure AI is a new humanoid robotics unicorn as its valuation passes $39 billion and it plans to scale production.
www.therobotreport.com
September 16, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Automated Warehouse Week starts today! Join us for free, live webinars on all things #robotics, starting with today's session with John Santagate and GXO Logistics' Olena Steigman on the state of #warehouse #automation! event.on24.com/eventRegistr...
September 8, 2025 at 1:53 PM
While #robotics is largely collaborative, competition from #China is also driving development and deployment. I look forward to discussing this challenge with execs from A3, Stieler Technologie, and Teradyne Ventures at #RoboBusiness! Register now to join us! www.therobotreport.com/experts-disc...
Experts to discuss how to close the robotics gap with China at RoboBusiness - The Robot Report
Expert panelists will discuss how the U.S. can foster innovation ecosystems and accelerate commercialization to compete with China.
www.therobotreport.com
September 4, 2025 at 6:38 PM
How can the majority of #warehouses, which are not yet automated, get started with #robotics? Industry experts will answer that and other questions during Automated Warehouse Week webinars! They're free, so register now to join us live or on demand! www.automatedwarehouseonline.com/automated-wa...
Automated Warehouse Week to give guidance on transforming operations - Automated Warehouse
Automated Warehouse Week 2025 is an opportunity to learn about technology and business best practices from industry experts.
www.automatedwarehouseonline.com
August 19, 2025 at 6:44 PM
What is the state of commercial #humanoid #robot deployments, and what more needs to be done? I look forward to learning more from Katlyn Lewicke of GXO Logistics, Jim Fan of NVIDIA, and Melonee Wise of Agility Robotics at RoboBusiness! Register now to join us! www.therobotreport.com/learn-about-...
Learn about the first humanoid deployments at RoboBusiness 2025 - The Robot Report
Humanoid deployments are yielding important insights, which panelists from Agility Robotics, NVIDIA, and GXO will share at RoboBusiness.
www.therobotreport.com
August 5, 2025 at 3:44 PM
We get asked all the time, "What are some promising #robotics #startups?" This year, The Robot Report is organizing its first Startup Radar! Learn more to submit an early-stage company! www.therobotreport.com/robotics-sta...
The search is on: Help us find the most promising robotics startups - The Robot Report
The Robotics Startup Radar will highlight unique robotics startups we believe our readers should keep an eye on in the years to come.
www.therobotreport.com
July 21, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Today's the last day to submit a #robot #startup for our annual Pitchfire competition at #RoboBusiness! Get in front of investors and the #robotics ecosystem in Silicon Valley this October! www.therobotreport.com/robobusiness...
RoboBusiness Pitchfire competition opens call for robotics startups
The 2025 RoboBusiness Pitchfire startup competition is now open for submissions. RoboBusiness will be on Oct. 15-16 in Santa Clara.
www.therobotreport.com
July 16, 2025 at 2:39 PM
RoboBusiness has been going strong for over a decade! Register now to join us for this event in Silicon Valley in October as we announce our speakers, who are leading experts in developing and commercializing #robotics and #AI! bit.ly/3HY6Cxz
June 26, 2025 at 7:45 PM
How are mobile #robots evolving to meet the intensifying needs of #warehouse operators? Join me for tomorrow's free webinar with Vanderlande and Hai Robotics as we discuss supply chain challenges, plus #robotics hardware and software options! www.automatedwarehouseonline.com/mobile-robot...
Learn how mobile robots can move a warehouse forward - Automated Warehouse
Experts from Vanderlande and Hai Robotics will discuss in this free webinar how mobile robots are advancing to aid warehouse operations.
www.automatedwarehouseonline.com
June 9, 2025 at 2:44 PM
As we continue our coverage of #Automate 2025, here are some of The Robot Report Podcast's takeaways about the state of commercial and industrial #robotics from the event: www.therobotreport.com/automate-202... More to come!
Automate 2025 recap by The Robot Report Podcast
The Robot Report editorial team traveled to Detroit to attend Automate 2025. This episode is packed with our firsthand observations.
www.therobotreport.com
May 20, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Even as the spring 2025 conference and trade show season winds down, we're looking ahead to our next event, #RoboBusiness in October in Santa Clara, Calif.! Do you have #robotics development and business insights to share? Submit a presentation topic now! www.therobotreport.com/robobusiness...
RoboBusiness 2025 call for speakers now open
WTWH Media, producer of The Robot Report and Robotics Summit & Expo, invites you to submit a talk to be considered for RoboBusiness 2025.
www.therobotreport.com
May 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Thanks again to all the attendees, speakers, exhibitors, staffers, partners, and sponsors of this year's Robotics Summit & Expo! It was great to see all of you! Look out for upcoming The Robot Report Podcast episodes, as we share #robotics conversations and insights! www.therobotreport.com
May 2, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Just a few days to go before the Robotics Summit & Expo! I look forward to sharing insights from the #robotics sessions, podcast booth, and exhibits! For example, check out this panel on "lights out" fulfillment! See you soon! www.automatedwarehouseonline.com/panel-to-dis...
Panel to discuss 'lights out' order fulfillment at the Robotics Summit - Automated Warehouse
Learn how lights out order fulfillment is enabled by maturing technologies, clear business expectations, and smart partnerships.
www.automatedwarehouseonline.com
April 28, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Congrats to the team at Locus Robotics for its latest warehouse #robot milestone! I look forward to learning more and celebrating at the RBR50 Gala at next week's Robotics Summit & Expo! www.automatedwarehouseonline.com/locus-roboti...
Locus Robotics passes 5B picks as warehouse automation adoption accelerates - Automated Warehouse
Locus Robotics marked its latest milestone as its mobile robots spread worldwide and it continues to invest in innovation.
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April 24, 2025 at 1:09 PM
No tyrants! Commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in Lexington, Massachusetts, with thousands who recognize the never ending struggle for liberty and justice for all!
April 19, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Today's the day! Join me and experts from ABB Robotics, Ambi Robotics, and Plus One Robotics as we discuss how AI is making #robot picking more precise. Register now, and get your questions answered live or watch later on demand! www.automatedwarehouseonline.com/learn-how-ai...
Learn how AI is making robotic picking more precise - Automated Warehouse
Experts from Ambi, ABB, and Plus One will explain how AI advances are enabling greater robotic picking efficiency in this free webinar.
www.automatedwarehouseonline.com
April 8, 2025 at 2:19 PM
#AI and #robots are like peanut butter and jelly -- learn how they're enabling more efficient picking in this free webinar next week with execs from ABB Robotics, Ambi Robotics, and
Plus One Robotics! automatedwarehouseonline.com/learn-how-ai... #robotics
Learn how AI is making robotic picking more precise - Automated Warehouse
Experts from Ambi, ABB, and Plus One will explain how AI advances are enabling greater robotic picking efficiency in this free webinar.
automatedwarehouseonline.com
April 4, 2025 at 1:47 PM