The world of robotics has taken an exciting leap forward as 1X announces the acquisition of Kind Humanoid, a Palo Alto-based robotics company recognized for its innovative bipedal humanoid robot, Mona. This strategic move brings together expertise in bio-inspired design and advanced artificial intelligence to push the boundaries of what humanoid robots can achieve. Kind…
A new video from Unitree Robotics is making waves on social media, showcasing a robot running at an impressive speed with smooth, fluid motion. The video has garnered praise from experts in robotics, engineering, and marketing, all applauding the advancements in the company’s technology. Pedro Zheng, Sales Manager at Unitree Robotics, humorously noted that the…
We’re excited to unveil the Humanoid Poster: Quarter 1, 2025 Edition, a visually stunning piece showcasing the latest advancements in humanoid robotics. This limited-edition poster captures the essence of innovation, featuring key highlights and milestones in the world of humanoid robots. Designed to inspire tech enthusiasts and robotics professionals alike, it’s not just a decoration…
The field of robotics and artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and 1X , the company behind Neo, is at the forefront with its World Model Sampling Challenge. This innovative competition invites AI researchers, developers, and enthusiasts to explore new ways of enabling robots to predict and navigate complex environments without physical trials….
IntroductionBoston Dynamics has stunned the world again, unveiling an electric version of its Atlas robot autonomously performing tasks in a factory setting. This demonstration of Atlas working without human guidance marks a potential inflection point in robotics, where humanoid robots move from experimental prototypes to practical tools capable of taking on human roles in industries…
Elon Musk’s recent presentation of the Optimus robot highlighted an exciting future where robots handle a wide range of household chores. While the technology isn’t quite ready to take over every home task, the trajectory is clear: humanoid robots are steadily moving towards performing jobs that traditional home devices and robots can’t manage. Companies like…
Imagine a world where robots could predict the future, where they could anticipate the outcome of their actions before even lifting a mechanical finger. Thanks to 1X’s groundbreaking World Model, that vision is closer to becoming a reality. The Power of Prediction At its core, the World Model learns from robot sensor data and various…
In Episode 166 of The Robot Report Podcast, co-hosts Mike Oitzman and Steve Crowe discuss the latest robotics news from the past week. People having a humanoid at home is one of the topics. On the show this week, they feature a recent conversation with Bernt Børnich, CEO and founder of 1X (formerly Halodi) Robotics. 1X recently launched NEO Beta,…
The race to bring humanoid robots from science fiction to reality is heating up, with companies like 1x and Figure taking center stage. While both are committed to advancing humanoid robotics, their strategies diverge significantly. 1x is steering its robots directly into people’s homes, aiming to revolutionize domestic life. In contrast, Figure is focusing on…
Humanoid robotics developers must pick which problems to solve, says NVIDIA To be effective and commercially viable, humanoid robots will need a full stack of technologies for everything from locomotion and perception to manipulation. Developers of artificial intelligence and humanoids are using NVIDIA tools, from the edge to the cloud. At NVIDIA’s GPU Technology Conference…
