The UK startup partners with QSS AI & Robotics to launch the MENA region’s first humanoid showroom, backed by a massive—albeit non-binding—framework for up to 10,000 robots.
New demonstrations highlight the humanoid robot’s integration of large language models, its ability to recover from stumbles on construction debris, and a streamlined "out-of-box" experience for developers.
As Sunday Robotics emerges from stealth, a wave of senior engineers from Tesla's Autopilot and Optimus teams have confirmed their defection, citing a desire to return to the rapid innovation culture of early autonomy.
Goldman Sachs analyst Jacqueline Du predicts a transition period of "dedicated purpose" robots like tour guides and entertainers before general-purpose autonomy arrives, noting that Chinese suppliers are aggressively building capacity despite a reliance on U.S. silicon.
Walt Disney Imagineering reveals a free-roaming, physics-based robotic snowman scheduled for 2026. The project highlights the sophisticated engineering behind "lovable" machines, demonstrating how specialized AI is enabling robots to prioritize personality and expression.