End of the line for Amazon's Astro security guard robot for businesses, which will be bricked in September this year
News Robotics
Intelligent Machines: AI and Manufacturing
As AI begins to be applied as a practical tool, what are the challenges manufacturers are facing using AI across their processes? Will manufacturing be transformed by AI?
Silicon UK In Focus Podcast: The Future of GenAI
In this episode, we peer into the horizon of innovation as we delve into The Future of GenAI. Join us as we navigate through the dynamic landscape of genetic artificial intelligence, exploring its potential, ethical considerations, and the profound impact it holds for our future.
Silicon UK In Focus Podcast: The Value of AI
Discover the true value of AI and how it's revolutionising the way we live and work. Learn how to unlock the potential of artificial intelligence.
Elon Musk Seeks Larger Tesla Stake Ahead Of AI, Robotics Push
Tesla boss wants 25 percent controlling stake in EV giant, before growing firm to be AI and robotics leader
Amazon Repurposes Astro Robot As Security Guard
Amazon is turning its Astro robot into a security guard to help businesses detect break-ins and provide 24x7 monitoring of their premises
Amazon Trials Humanoid Robot, Prompting Job Fears
Experiment to automate a couple of Amazon warehouse in the US via the use of robots, has prompted job loss concerns
Still No Death Star In Sight
Paul Kostek, IEEE senior member and advisory system engineer at Air Direct Solutions, argues humanity still has a way to go to match Star Wars
Elon Musk Shows Optimus Robot At Tesla AI Day
Not a man in a suit. Humanoid shaped robot Optimus will apparently cost just $20,000, as Elon Musk shows off early prototypes of robot
Elon Musk, Tesla Set To Reveal ‘Optimus’ Robot Prototype
Prototype robot on the way says Elon Musk, as observers hope it won't be a dancing guy wearing a body stocking - like last year
British Robot Artist To Hold Solo Show In Venice
British-built humanoid robot Ai-Da to display artworks created using cameras, artificial intelligence algorithms and a robotic arm at Biennale di Venezia
Elon Musk Touts Humanoid Robot For Boring, Dangerous Jobs
Tesla will build a humanoid robot called Tesla Bot, to tackle “dangerous, repetitive and boring tasks”, Elon Musk announces
Softbank Pauses Production Of Pepper Robot – Report
Japanese conglomerate Softbank seems like it is officially retiring its friendly and diminutive robot that was nicknamed Pepper
Automation is Dead: Welcome to Hyperautomation
Describing the application of AI and ML to vastly increase the use of automation across more business processes and even augmented humans, Silicon UK assesses whether hyperautomation is the future of digital transformation and how businesses can accelerate their use of automation tools and services today.
Boston Dynamics Sold By SoftBank To Hyundai
Ownership odyssey of robotic dog developer Boston Dynamics, once owned by Google, continues as Hyundai acquires majority stake
Robot Dog Spot From Boston Dynamics On Sale For $74,500
Fancy being an owner of a robot dog? Well, if you happen to have £59,000 in cash spare, then you can purchase Spot from Boston Dynamics
Automation: In Focus
Marcos Kauffman is currently the Director at the Institute of Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME) - Coventry University Institute for Future Transport and Cities, Intellectual Property Strategy Director at Next Seti International. Marcos joined the Institute for Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME) at Coventry University in 2016 as Innovation and Digital Director. In 2019 Marcos has taken the position of Director of the AME, a unique partnership between Coventry University and Unipart Manufacturing which was formed in late 2013 with the objective of bringing together business, research and education to accelerate the development of industry-ready graduates and commercialisation of new technology in the manufacturing sectors.
Automation Part 3: A New Age Of Work
In this final part of Silicon UK’s look at automation, we consider what the future holds for all enterprises. What should your business’s automation roadmap look like?
Automation Part 2: Your First Robot Employee
Automation in the workplace will have many forms. The rise of AI could usher in new businesses processes that need little human input. In a world of automation, will businesses be able to integrate these systems with their workforces?
Amazon ‘Developing Robot For Consumers’
The move follows the $1bn acquisition of smart doorbell maker Ring, as Amazon delves further into the home
Barclays Urges Manufacturing Investment In AI & IoT
Industry has to invest in ‘fourth industrial revolution’ technologies, despite skill worker shortage, says report
Government Launches £700m Fund For Tech Innovation, AI And Robotics...
The Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund will provide financial support for UK businesses working on cutting-edge technology
Softbank Buys Boston Dynamics From Google
Moonshot project shot down. Alphabet finally offloads unwanted robotics division Boston Dynamics
Smart Factories Will Give $500bn Boost To Global Economy By 2022
Technologies such as the Internet of Things, AI and smart robotics will drive cost savings and improve efficiency
Boston Dynamics Shows Off Handle, A Six-Foot Tall...
The two-wheeled robot showed off some of its impressive athletic capabilities
Ocado Develops 4G Protocol For Robots In Automated Warehouses
Online grocer develops 4G protocol to talk with robots operating its newly automated warehouses
Web Summit 2016: Drones, Robots And ‘Fashionable’...
Robots and AI's future in the workplace, how drones can help Africa and Fossil CTO talks about the potential of wearables
Domino’s Trials Pizza Delivery Robot
End of the road for the pizza delivery boy? Your Pepperoni Passion could soon be delivered by robot
Google’s Alphabet Places ‘For Sale’ Sign On Boston...
Google reportedly signals retreat from robotics and looks for buyers of Boston Dynamics division
Bill Gates: The Future Is Robots (And Quantum Computing)
Microsoft founder chats AI regulation, hoverboards, and the company’s future in Reddit AMA