AI Framework H2O Transforms Human Actions into Robotic Movements in Real-Time

Academic Fraud Busting! Research from Tsinghua and SJTU Upends Understanding: Reinforcement Learning May Hinder Large Model Reasoning

A recent paper jointly published by Tsinghua University and Shanghai Jiao Tong University challenges the widely held belief that pure reinforcement learning (RL) enhances large model reasoning capabilities. The research found that models incorporating reinforcement learning performed worse than their original counterparts in certain tasks.

World's First! Ainos AI Nose Successfully Implanted in ugo Humanoid Robot; Robot Gains Sense of Smell

Ainos, the leader in AI-powered odor digitization, announces the successful integration of its proprietary AI Nose olfactory module into a humanoid robot developed by Japan's leading service robotics company, ugo, Inc. Completed on April 9, 2025, this installation marks the world's first robot with a functional sense of smell, ushering in a new era for robotics, AI, and human-robot interaction. Image Note: Image generated by AI, image licensing provider MidjourneyAinos' AI

Humanoid Robots: Is the Market About to Explode? China's Market Value May Exceed 4.5 Billion Yuan in 2025

According to the latest data from TrendForce, 11 major Chinese humanoid robot manufacturers have launched mass production plans for 2024. Six leading companies, including Unitree Robotics, UBTECH Robotics, Zhiyuan Robotics, Galaxy General Robotics, Cloudminds Robotics, and LEJU Robotics, plan to produce over 1,000 units in 2025. Image Note: Image generated by AI, image licensing service provider Midjourney. TrendForce predicts that the market value of humanoid robot bodies in China will exceed 4.5 billion yuan in 2025.

Unitree Robotics Announces the World's First Humanoid Robot Fighting Competition in 2025

From May to June 2025, Unitree Robotics in Hangzhou will host the world's first humanoid robot fighting competition. This exciting event will bring an unprecedented visual feast to the field of robot fighting. Unitree's technical team has reportedly undergone intensive algorithm training and hardware debugging in recent weeks to create the strongest competing robots for this competition. The competition will be broadcast live nationwide through platforms affiliated with China Media Group, giving viewers the chance to witness the peak duel of robot fighting and the powerful confrontation of these "Iron Fists." For...

New Framework d1 Advances Diffusion Model Inference, Sparking a New Wave of Reinforcement Learning Applications

Reachy2 Robot Released: Natural Interaction, $70,000 Price Tag

Hugging Face announced the launch of the open-source humanoid robot, Reachy2, through the acquisition of French startup Pollen Robotics. This news sparked significant discussion on social media and within the AI community, considered a major milestone in the convergence of humanoid robotics and generative AI. Designed as a lab partner for AI research and education, Reachy2's open-source nature, advanced capabilities, and human-centric design have quickly made it a focus for top labs globally.

World's First Humanoid Robot Half Marathon Kicks Off in Beijing, Tiangong Robot Wins

Beijing, April 19, 2025 — Today, the world's first humanoid robot half marathon officially started in Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area (Yizhuang), marking a historic step in the innovative integration of robotics technology and sports competition. This event attracted nearly 20 humanoid robot teams from around the globe, competing alongside human runners in the 21.0975-kilometer half marathon. The "Tiangong" robot crossed the finish line first with an excellent time of 2 hours, 40 minutes, and 42 seconds, winning the championship and sparking widespread attention and discussion. Event overview 20

Reachy 2 Open-Source Humanoid Robot Now Available for $70,000

Pollen Robotics has launched its latest open-source humanoid robot, Reachy 2, with a price tag of $70,000. Already adopted by Cornell University, Carnegie Mellon University, and several top AI labs, Reachy 2 is a leading platform for robotics research and education. Its modular design, open-source architecture, and powerful AI capabilities have attracted significant attention from research institutions and developers worldwide, making it a key player in the field of humanoid robotics.

Hugging Face, Prominent Open-Source AI Platform, Acquires Pollen Robotics to Enter Robotics Market

Hugging Face, a leading AI development platform, recently announced the acquisition of Pollen Robotics, a French humanoid robotics startup, marking its strategic foray into the robotics sector. While the financial details of the deal remain undisclosed, the acquisition has generated significant attention. Founded in 2016 by engineers Matthieu Lapeyre and Pierre Rouanet, Pollen Robotics' flagship product, Reachy2, is an advanced humanoid robot already utilized at Cornell...

Hugging Face Acquires Pollen Robotics to Accelerate Open-Source Robotics

Hugging Face, the AI development platform, has announced the acquisition of French robotics startup Pollen Robotics for an undisclosed sum. This marks Hugging Face's first foray into hardware and aims to promote the global adoption and development of open-source robotics. Pollen Robotics, founded in 2016 and based in Bordeaux, France, is known for its open-source humanoid robot, Reachy2. Priced at approximately $70,000, Reachy2 has been adopted by institutions such as Cornell University.