Human-inspired robots, aptly called humanoids, have emerged as the tech industry’s big bet on what comes next. They stand erect, like people, although they can’t always walk. And they can move through the world as people do, use the same tools and perform similar tasks — but ultimately more efficiently. Or at least that’s the goal.

One of the world's most advanced humanoid robots is finally headed to work. Boston Dynamics and its partner, Hyundai Motors, unveiled the Atlas product at CES 2026 in Las Vegas on Monday (Jan 5th).

Learn how humanoid robots use adaptive control and error recovery, helping teams handle tough tasks with fewer stoppages.

The human-like combatants stumbled a bit as they swung and kicked at each other in the Ultimate Fighting Robot (UFB) match, curiosity mixing with cheers from spectators at the event on the edge of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

New Analysis Platform Explores Why Household Tasks and Physical Automation Require Embodied Intelligence Beyond Traditional Computer Approaches The next wave of AI is physical AI. AI that understands the laws of physics,

The plan marks a step toward automating higher-risk and repetitive manufacturing tasks, the South Korean company said.

A Chinese company founded under a year ago claims its AI-powered robot can perform a task many humans struggle with. It could end up being a big deal.