Apptronik, Inc. has secured $350 million in a Series A funding round to enhance the production of its highly sought-after AI-powered humanoid robots. This substantial investment reflects the growing customer demand for their innovative technology, positioning the company for substantial growth in the robotics sector.

Discover how Chengdu, China is pushing the boundaries of smart policing with its new laboratory for bionic robots

Ati Motors, a prominent Indian firm in AI and autonomous robotics, has secured $20 million in Series B funding. The investment, spearheaded by Walden Catalyst Ventures and NGP Capital, is intended to enhance the company's worldwide expansion in the industrial automation industry, positioning it to capitalize on emerging market opportunities.

What happens when a humanoid robot goes rogue—right in front of a live audience? In this episode, we dive into the jaw-dropping world of humanoid robots and the unexpected, sometimes dangerous, malfunctions that are making headlines. From the Unitree H1’s wild flailing to robots lurching forward without warning, these incidents are raising serious robot safety and AI robotics questions as advanced machines step out of the lab and into our daily lives. But is this the beginning of a robot apocalypse, or just the bumpy road of progress? We draw surprising parallels to the unpredictable early days of automobiles, reminding listeners that robot accidents and unpredictability are part of technological evolution. The real twist? China is building a massive AI robot training ground—a high-intensity, real-world arena designed to push embodied AI to its limits, expose flaws, and develop robust robotics safety frameworks for the future. If you’re fascinated by robotics news, worried about robot safety concerns, or just want to know what’s next for the future of robots, this episode is for you. We break down the risks, the innovations, and the global race to make sure our new robot neighbors don’t go haywire. Don’t just watch the future—understand it. Hit play, subscribe, and share this episode with anyone curious (or concerned) about the rise of humanoid robots. The next chapter of robotics technology is being written right now—be part of the conversation!

Alibaba Cloud leads $140M funding in X Square Robot, powering embodied intelligence and humanoid robotics for future global expansion.