Robotics news and trends

Construction Embraces AI Agents, Safety Systems and Robotics as Labor Pressures Mount
artificial intelligence // February 10, 2026

Artificial intelligence is no longer confined to experimental pilots in the construction industry. It is moving into the operational core of how projects are planned, monitored and executed, driven by labor shortages, safety pressures and rising project complexity. What is emerging is not a single...

Alibaba Debuts AI That Helps Robots Understand Their Surroundings
artificial intelligence // February 10, 2026

Chinese tech giant Alibaba has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) model designed to power robotics. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Labor Economy Workers Less Worried Than Office Workers About Robots Taking Their Jobs
artificial intelligence // February 10, 2026

Despite high-profile demos from the likes of xAI and AWS and aggressive corporate roadmaps, PYMNTS Intelligence’s Wage to Wallet Index™ shows that workers who could be most exposed to automation are not acting as though humanoid robots are about to displace them at scale. Get...

China Looks to Become Leader in Humanoid Robots Sector
artificial intelligence // February 08, 2026

China is reportedly stepping up efforts to gain dominance in the humanoid robotics space. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Labor Economy Workers Less Worried Than Office Workers About Robots Taking Their Jobs

February 10, 2026
Despite high-profile demos from the likes of xAI and AWS and aggressive corporate roadmaps, PYMNTS Intelligence’s Wage to Wallet Index™ shows that workers who could be most exposed to automation are not acting as though humanoid robots are about to displace them at scale. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article […]

AI Leaves the Screen and Enters the Living Room

January 05, 2026
Everybody wants technology that can take over household chores, and at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, major tech companies suggested that moment may be closer than it once seemed. Get...

How Amazon and Walmart Are Rewiring Retail’s Future With Robotics

May 09, 2025
Competition comes best in twos. Think Apple and Microsoft, Coke and Pepsi, McDonald’s and Burger King and many other famous pairings. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Can Delivery Robots Solve Last-Mile Logistics Issues?

February 03, 2025
Serve Robotics CEO Ali Kashani envisions autonomous delivery robots transforming urban logistics by optimizing the pickup and delivery of food and other products to lower the cost of last-mile delivery...

Quick Reads
Apptronik Raises $520 Million to Roll Out Humanoid Robot

February 11, 2026
Apptronik has raised $520 million as it prepares to launch a new humanoid robot. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

Alibaba Debuts AI That Helps Robots Understand Their Surroundings

February 10, 2026
Chinese tech giant Alibaba has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) model designed to power robotics. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

China Looks to Become Leader in Humanoid Robots Sector

February 08, 2026
China is reportedly stepping up efforts to gain dominance in the humanoid robotics space. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Snap and Meta Lead CES AI Showcase

December 29, 2025
This year’s edition of the consumer technology conference CES is reportedly set to feature a variety of products whose main selling point is artificial intelligence (AI). Get the Full Story...