Caitlin Kalinowski, a senior robotics staffer at OpenAI, resigned over concerns about the company’s partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense. She criticized the process, saying policy guardrails around national security uses of AI were not sufficiently defined, particularly regarding surveillance of Americans and lethal autonomous systems. Kalinowski emphasized her resignation was about principle, not specific executives, and expressed respect for CEO Sam Altman and … Continue reading OpenAI robotics leader resigns over concerns about Pentagon AI deal

A mouse-sized robot named PipeINEER has been developed by UK scientists and CERN to inspect the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) on the Swiss-French border. Measuring just 3.7 cm wide and 20 cm long, the robot autonomously navigates the collider’s narrow, ultra-cold tunnels, capturing detailed images of the beamlines. Using AI, PipeINEER detects deformities in the 1,200 dipole magnets and other structures, making inspections safer and more efficient … Continue reading Robot ‘mice’ developed to inspect hadron collider at CERN

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees that the company has no control over how the Pentagon uses its AI technology in military operations. He emphasized that OpenAI does not make decisions about strikes or other battlefield actions once its models are deployed. The deal came after rival AI company Anthropic refused Pentagon terms over ethical concerns, including potential use in domestic surveillance or autonomous weapons. … Continue reading Sam Altman admits OpenAI can’t control Pentagon’s use of AI

BMW has started testing a humanoid robot named AEON at its Leipzig plant in Germany, in collaboration with Hexagon Robotics. AEON has a human-like upper body with wheeled legs, allowing it to roll or step across the factory floor, and can be equipped with different tools for tasks like battery assembly and component manufacturing. This pilot follows lab tests and a short deployment in December … Continue reading BMW Tests Humanoid Robot for Car Production at German Plant

Xiaomi has begun trialing humanoid robots in its electric vehicle factories to boost productivity, according to president Lu Weibing. The two robots can complete 90% of tasks like installing nuts and moving materials in three hours, keeping pace with the factory’s rapid assembly line. Lu described the robots as early-stage “interns” but said the goal is for them to eventually replace humans for certain tasks … Continue reading Xiaomi trials humanoid robots in its EV factory

Xiaomi unveiled its futuristic all-electric hypercar, the Vision Gran Turismo, at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The car, part of Gran Turismo’s Vision GT program, can theoretically reach 217 mph (350 km/h) and features an aerodynamic teardrop-shaped cockpit, cutouts, and air ducts for optimal speed and downforce balance. Its interior is designed as a “Sofa Racer,” with 3D-knitted seats and a cabin that adapts to the driver’s … Continue reading China unveils 217 mph electric hypercar with sofa cockpit and AI brain

Israel has deployed its new Iron Beam to defend against rockets and missiles fired by Iran and its proxies. The system uses precision lasers to intercept projectiles mid-air, complementing the existing Iron Dome, which relies on missile interceptors. Footage shows incoming rockets from Hezbollah exploding after being targeted by the Iron Beam, which can track threats within a 2.5–43 mile radius and prioritize those aimed … Continue reading Israel uses Iron Beam laser to shoot down rockets

Kyoto University has introduced a robotic monk, the “Buddha Robot Plus,” to address Japan’s shortage of Buddhist priests amid an aging population. Built on Chinese Unitree hardware and powered by ChatGPT, the robot moves with the deliberate gestures of a monk and uses deep learning on Buddhist texts to provide real-time spiritual guidance. Unlike earlier AI models, it can generate context-sensitive answers on topics like … Continue reading Japan transforms Unitree robot into a ‘Monk’

Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native, warned clergy against using AI to write sermons, saying true homilies require sharing faith, which machines cannot do. He urged priests to exercise their intelligence and study continuously, cautioning that overreliance on the internet and social media illusions, like TikTok, cannot replace authentic spiritual connection. The remarks coincided with the Vatican debuting an AI-powered translation system for liturgical celebrations … Continue reading Pope demands priests stop using AI to write sermons

A wargame exercise at King’s College London simulated nuclear conflict using AI models ChatGPT-5.2, Claude Sonnet 4, and Gemini 3 Flash, with three teams playing 21 games over 329 turns and generating roughly 780,000 words explaining their decisions. The results were alarming: no AI ever surrendered, and 95% of the time they opted to use nuclear weapons, highlighting that the “nuclear taboo” has little effect … Continue reading AI Models in Simulated Combat Recommended Nukes 95% of Time

A Foundation says the Trump administration is exploring the use of its humanoid robots on future battlefields. So far, Foundation has received at least $18 million in U.S. military contracts for research, logistics, and equipment manufacturing, but none involve arming the robots. Co-founders Mike LeBlanc and Sankaet Pathak envision robots assisting troops with tasks like reconnaissance, supply transport, and translation, while maintaining human oversight for any combat actions. By the end of this month, two … Continue reading San Francisco startup pitches Trump admin on arming robots for U.S. military

The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1″] has set a new Lap”,”automotive testing record”] record at Virginia International Raceway, beating the long-standing McLaren Senna mark of 2:34.9 with a 2:34.2 lap. While the Corvette ZR1’s 1,064-hp is less exotic than the Senna’s 789-hp rear-wheel layout, its heavier 3,899-pound frame still delivers nearly identical power-to-weight performance. The ZR1 also claimed the top-speed record for the Lightning Lap at 179.0 mph, surpassing the … Continue reading Corvette ZR1 Sets Car And Driver’s New Lightning Lap Record

An East Hollywood resident, Kaiya Reel, reported that a pink Coco food delivery robot damaged her garden and got entangled in her fence. The robot uprooted plants and dragged fencing and palm fronds down the street while Reel chased after it, shouting for it to stop. Neighbors noted that while delivery robots are common in the area, unpredictable incidents like this are unusual. Previous problems include robots colliding … Continue reading Food delivery robot goes rogue, causes property damage at L.A. home

At the 2026 China Media Group Spring Festival Gala, humanoid robots performed alongside young kung fu artists in a groundbreaking martial arts showcase watched by hundreds of millions. Developed by Unitree Robotics, G1 and H1 humanoid robots demonstrated advanced bipedal movement, multi-robot coordination, and real-time motion control. The machines wielded traditional weapons and executed complex feats such as table vaults, aerial flips, and high-speed synchronized … Continue reading Humanoid robots perform drunken kung fu with nunchucks at China’s Spring Gala

China’s Robotera released a video of its full-sized L7 humanoid robot performing a traditional Chinese sword dance to celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse, highlighting its advanced capabilities. Standing 5.6 feet tall and weighing 143 pounds, the L7 has 55 independently moving joints, enabling intricate movements like arm rotation, wrist flipping, and grip adjustment. The sword dance demonstrates the robot’s real-time whole-body coordination, precise … Continue reading China’s humanoid robot masters stunning sword dance, shows perfect control

Hundreds of millions of people in China are traveling for the Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, which begins Feb. 17, marking the world’s largest annual human migration with a record 9.5 billion trips expected. This year ushers in the Year of the Fire Horse, symbolizing speed, intensity, and decisive action, and has inspired playful traditions like decorating doors with “Draco Malfoy” for luck. Despite … Continue reading China celebrates Year of the Horse with humanoid robots

Anthropic’s AI model Claude was reportedly used in the U.S. military operation to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, marking one of the first classified deployments of the tool. Claude’s usage policies prohibit facilitating violence or weapons development, raising questions about how the model was applied during the mission. The Pentagon’s relationship with Anthropic is under review, and concerns over ethical AI use have led … Continue reading Pentagon Used AI in Maduro Venezuela Raid

China has launched the world’s first commercial humanoid robot combat league, the Ultimate Robot Knock-out Legend (URKL), in Shenzhen, featuring high-intensity fights, spinning kicks, and a 10-kilogram gold championship belt worth $1.44 million. The league, running from February through December, uses T800 humanoid robots supplied free by EngineAI, providing both entertainment and a real-world testing ground for embodied AI. Experts say robot combat pushes machines … Continue reading China Launches World’s First Humanoid Robot Combat League

Researchers in the Netherlands have identified a smooth, white Roman-era stone as an ancient board game, using AI to help reconstruct its rules. The circular limestone features straight and diagonal lines, with wear patterns suggesting pieces were slid along them. Scientists at Maastricht University trained an AI program called Ludii on 100 similar ancient games, which generated possible rule sets that were then compared to … Continue reading Rules of mysterious ancient board game decoded by AI, scientists say

Boston Dynamics is completing final tests on its Atlas humanoid robot before moving to a production-ready version, pushing it through acrobatic maneuvers like walking, cartwheels, and backflips. The tests, conducted with the Robotics & AI Institute, evaluate Atlas’s control software and real-world mobility using simulation-trained, whole-body learning. Videos show the robot recovering from missteps with precise adjustments, demonstrating the sophistication of its control system. Slow-motion … Continue reading US humanoid robot hits perfect cartwheel and backflip with steady balance

The U.S. Navy destroyer USS Preble successfully destroyed four drones last year using Lockheed Martin’s HELIOS high-energy laser system, marking the first confirmed multi-target engagement at sea. HELIOS, a 60-kilowatt-class directed-energy weapon that can also function as an optical “dazzler,” is designed to neutralize drones and small boats while conserving traditional missiles for higher-priority threats. Preble, the only Navy ship equipped with HELIOS since 2022, demonstrates … Continue reading US Navy Laser Weapon Takes Down Four Drones in HELIOS Test

A new service robot named Timmy has begun working at the Hilton Garden Inn in Rancho Mirage, offering a glimpse into the future of hospitality. Fully autonomous, the robot assists with tasks such as changing linens, making deliveries, moving luggage, and handling waste, helping reduce the physical workload on staff. Developed by TechForce Robotics, Timmy is designed to support—not replace—hotel employees and has been tested … Continue reading Hotel Robot “Timmy” Debuts at Rancho Mirage Hilton

Stellantis is using an AI-powered Dexory robot to sort inventory at its Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, cutting a task that would take humans 280 hours down to about 90 minutes. The robot, equipped with cameras, scanners, and LiDAR, has been deployed in four Stellantis facilities since late 2024. Company officials say the technology is significantly improving efficiency and streamlining plant operations. Stellantis is the first … Continue reading Stellantis’ new robot does in 90 minutes what would take a human weeks

In Shenzhen, China, a humanoid robot from EngineAI was spotted walking alongside uniformed police officers during what appeared to be a public patrol demonstration, highlighting China’s push to test advanced robotics in law enforcement. The robot, part of EngineAI’s T800 family, stands 5’8” tall, weighs 165 pounds, and is capable of walking, running, jumping, and handling objects with sensor-equipped hands. The appearance was reportedly a … Continue reading Humanoid ‘Terminator’ robot cop patrols with police officers in China

Figure has upgraded its AI system, Helix, to its most advanced full-body control version, Helix 02, enabling humanoid robots to manage walking, manipulation, and balance simultaneously. Unlike earlier models limited to upper-body tasks, Helix 02 uses a single neural network to process raw sensor data for coordinated, human-like motion. In a demonstration, the robot autonomously unloaded and reloaded a dishwasher across a kitchen without resets … Continue reading US humanoid robot unloads and reloads a dishwasher using full-body control