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The state of AI, robotics heading into 2025

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Automation became a particularly intense sticking point during negotiations. Initially, union representatives requested new contractual language dictating that automation and semi-automation could not replace a single human worker. This saga encapsulates the media perception surrounding labor and automation.

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Teradyne robotics group lays off 10% of global staff

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Source: Universal Robots Economic uncertainty has taken a toll on the robotics industry, including leading vendors. “The industrial automation market continued to be weak in Q4,” stated the North Reading, Mass.-based UR and MiR consolidated R&D facilities and headquarters in 2024. Teradyne Inc.’s based company.

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Contoro picks up $12M to scale container unloading robots

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Unloading trailers and containers is a labor-intensive task that has been difficult to automate, but a number of companies have made progress. Were bringing AI-powered automation that enhances reliability, safety, and efficiencyallowing warehouse teams to shift from hazardous, repetitive tasks to more strategic and value-added roles.

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Humanoid robots promise a multi-trillion-dollar market, but pose challenges

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Source: Agility Robotics As an early investor in Agility Robotics, now one of the world’s leading manufacturers of humanoid robots, I’ve watched as humanoids have evolved from a fascinating concept to reality over the past five years. The key is understanding where each type of automation provides the most value.

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FANUC America opens new $110M robotics and automation campus in Michigan

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Source: FANUC America FANUC America Corp. m) and is part of its strategic investment to advance industrial automation in North America. The company ‘s new facility includes advanced product manufacturing and customized automation, as well as warehouse space for more than 6,000 quick-delivery robots and tens of thousands of parts.

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Vecna Robotics raises more than $100M, hires COO to expand warehouse automation

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“With fresh capital secured, we have the balance sheet to help us drive growth with our existing customers through improved product performance and the release of new automation technology that will change the game for material handling in warehousing and distribution.” Automated forklift with full pallet load at Vecna’s headquarters.

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Automotive industry likely to continue leading robotics growth, says A3

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Source: ABB The Association for Advancing Automation, or A3, today released its quarterly and end-of-year report on robot orders in North America for 2023. Non-automotive industries like warehousing and distribution will grow, as will agriculture , life sciences , construction , food , and many others.