Boston Dynamics
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- subsidiary of X Development 100%
- subsidiary of .google 100%
- subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company 100%
- subsidiary of Google 100%
- subsidiary of SoftBank Group 100%
- acquired Hyundai Motor Company 95%
- invested by SoftBank Group 95%
- subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Group 95%
- acquired by Hyundai Motor Group 95%
- acquired by Hyundai Motor Company 90%
- parent of Hyundai Motor Company 90%
- developed Atlas Ai Model 90%
- 2026-07-16 funding Hyundai Motor Group is acquiring the remaining stake in Boston Dynamics from SoftBank Group, making it a wholly-owned subsidiary. source
- 2026-06-20 funding Hyundai Motor Company acquired full control of Boston Dynamics from SoftBank Group for $325 million. source
- 2026-06-19 funding Hyundai Motor Group acquired SoftBank's remaining stake in Boston Dynamics for $325 million. source
- 2026-06-19 funding Hyundai Motor Group is acquiring SoftBank Group's remaining stake in Boston Dynamics for approximately $325 million, making it a wholly-owned subsidiary. source
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Humanoid robots integrate AI for factory and logistics roles · Forbes
Humanoid robots, powered by advancements in AI, are transitioning from laboratory settings to commercial applications in manufacturing, logistics, and other industries. Companies like Figure AI, Agility Robotics, and Te…
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Agility Robotics' Digit v5 humanoid robot to work safely alongside humans
Agility Robotics is set to release its Digit v5 humanoid robot in December, designed to work cooperatively and safely alongside humans without the need for safety cages. This new iteration boasts a 20-hour operational c…
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Boston Dynamics Spot robot deployed at Utah copper mine for autonomous operations
Boston Dynamics' Spot robot has been deployed at Mariana Minerals' Copper One facility in Utah to automate routine inspections and optimize operations. The quadruped robot uses its onboard sensors, including thermal ima…
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Steel industry integrates AI for enhanced manufacturing and worker safety
The steel industry is increasingly adopting AI technologies to enhance operations and efficiency. Companies like Monitizer, by Norican Group, use IoT platforms with AI to monitor manufacturing processes, helping foundri…
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"Physical AI" term diluted by broad applications
The term "physical AI" has become overly broad, encompassing everything from advanced robotics and autonomous vehicles to basic camera software and SaaS tools. This wide application dilutes the term's meaning, making it…
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Google DeepMind's Gemini Robotics 2 enhances AI control for humanoids and other robots · 10 sources tracked
Google DeepMind has unveiled Gemini Robotics 2, an advanced AI model designed to control a variety of robots, including humanoids capable of complex physical tasks. This new version integrates multiple AI models to enab…
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Gemini Robotics ER 2: powering robotics with video understanding, task orchestration, and multi-robot collaboration
Google DeepMind has launched Gemini Robotics ER 2, an advanced model designed to enhance robot capabilities in real-world environments. This new model improves video understanding for progress tracking, allows for seaml…
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Boston Dynamics VP Discusses Humanoid Robots for Real-World Collaboration
Boston Dynamics is focusing on developing intelligent humanoid robots designed to collaborate with humans rather than replace them. VP of Software Matt Malchano discussed the company's progress in moving robotics from l…
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Robot dog 'Spot' begins patrolling LaGuardia Airport for security
LaGuardia Airport has deployed a new robot dog, named "Spot," to patrol its facilities. This initiative is a collaboration between the NY Port Authority and Boston Dynamics, aiming to enhance security and operational ef…
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Generative Bionics' GENE.01 robot emphasizes tactile intelligence for human collaboration
The GENE.01 humanoid robot, developed by Generative Bionics, represents a significant leap in robotics with its emphasis on tactile intelligence and multisensory skin. This allows the robot to better understand human in…
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Hyundai denies robot deployment is part of labor talks, union seeks job protections
Hyundai Motor Company has stated that its plan to deploy humanoid robots by 2028 is separate from ongoing labor negotiations with striking South Korean autoworkers. The company claims union demands primarily concern com…
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Samsung launches dedicated robotics division, eyes humanoid robot production
Samsung has launched a new division dedicated to robotics, named RX (Robotics eXperience). This division will be led by Dongkun Lee, who previously managed robotics strategy for Hyundai and Boston Dynamics. The company …
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Humanoid raises $152M Series A at $1.35B valuation for industrial robots · 2 sources tracked
Humanoid, a London-based robotics company, has secured $152 million in Series A funding, valuing the company at $1.35 billion. This funding round, led by Prime Movers Lab, saw participation from industrial giants Schaef…
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Boston Dynamics webinar to focus on predictable robot interaction
Boston Dynamics is hosting a webinar to discuss the design principles for effective human-robot collaboration. The focus will be on making robots predictable and understandable, rather than anthropomorphic, to build tru…
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Hyundai workers strike over humanoid robot deployment fears · 1 source tracked
Hyundai workers in South Korea have initiated a strike, with a primary demand being a labor-management agreement before any humanoid robots are introduced onto the factory floor. This action is reportedly the first stri…
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Boston Dynamics' Atlas robot debuts at World Cup 2026 amid Hyundai partnership
Boston Dynamics showcased its Atlas robot during a FIFA World Cup 2026 match, marking Hyundai Motor Company's debut of robotics in a live tournament setting. While the demonstration on July 5, 2026, at MetLife Stadium w…
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Figure AI's Figure 01 Robot Demonstrates Advanced Coffee-Making Skills
Figure AI has unveiled a significant advancement in home robotics with its Figure 01 robot, demonstrating its ability to perform complex tasks. The robot showcased its capability to make coffee, a feat that required sop…
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Hyundai workers strike over humanoid robot deployment · 3 sources tracked
Hyundai auto workers in South Korea have initiated strikes due to concerns over the planned deployment of Atlas humanoid robots. The union is demanding better job security, including a shift to fixed salaries and a high…
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Hyundai eyes full control of Boston Dynamics; Clair Obscur wins top game award
Hyundai Motor Company is reportedly in talks to acquire full ownership of Boston Dynamics, a robotics firm it currently co-owns with SoftBank Group. Meanwhile, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was honored at the Develop:Star…
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Hyundai aims for full control of Boston Dynamics to accelerate Atlas robot commercialization
Hyundai Motor Company is reportedly looking to acquire SoftBank's remaining stake in Boston Dynamics, which would give Hyundai full ownership of the robotics firm. This move is intended to accelerate the commercializati…