Amazon unveils warehouse robot with human-like tactile senses

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 4:20 am more...

Amazon’s fulfillment centers now feature Vulcan, a new warehouse robot engineered with tactile sensing technology to “feel” items—a development that promises efficiency without replacing the human workforce. The innovation symbolizes a quirky yet practical step forward in robotics amidst growing automation in retail logistics.

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cnet.com / Amazon Unveils AI-Using Warehouse Robot With Human-Like Sense of Touch

techcrunch.com / Amazon debuts a warehouse robot with a sense of ‘touch’

siliconangle.com / Amazon introduces Vulcan: an AI-powered warehouse robot with a sense of touch

winbuzzer.com / Amazon Debuts Vulcan Robot with Tactile Sensing for Warehouse Automation

techspot.com / Amazon unveils warehouse robot with sense of touch, raising more concerns about job losses

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Zoox robotaxi recall after Las Vegas collision

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

Amazon-owned Zoox abruptly halted its driverless program following a collision in Las Vegas, prompting a comprehensive software recall for its entire fleet. The company’s decision came amid mounting safety concerns and regulatory scrutiny, leaving industry watchers and safety experts to wonder if the recall might have been a tad too little, too late.

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theverge.com / Amazon’s Zoox issued a robotaxi software recall after a crash in Las Vegas

engadget.com / Zoox issues software recall for all robotaxis following Las Vegas collision

techcrunch.com / Amazon-owned Zoox issues recall following robotaxi crash

cnbc.com / Amazon's Zoox robotaxi unit issues software recall after recent Las Vegas crash

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Piaggio Fast Forward Rebrands Gitamini Robot as Star Wars Droid

Friday, May 2, 2025, 11:20 am more...

Piaggio Fast Forward is celebrating May the Fourth by transforming its Gitamini cargo robot into a Star Wars-inspired droid. The special edition, replete with themed design tweaks, playfully nods to the iconic saga while showcasing innovative rebranding tactics that merge functionality with a generous dose of pop culture savvy.

cnet.com / Piaggio G1T4-M1N1 May Be the Droid You're Looking For video

cnet.com / This Star Wars Droid Follows You Around to Carry Your Bag for $2,875

theverge.com / The cargo-carrying Gitamini robot is getting a Star Wars droid makeover

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May Mobility’s Robotaxi Rollout on Uber Platform Kicks Off in Texas

Thursday, May 1, 2025, 1:20 pm more...

In a futuristic twist on urban transit, May Mobility is set to deploy thousands of autonomous vehicles on Uber’s platform in Texas. This partnership signals a bold step towards a driverless horizon, with the promise of smooth rides and the occasional robotic charm that’s hard to resist.

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techinasia.com / Uber, May Mobility partner to expand autonomous rides in the US

reuters.com/business / Uber teams up with May Mobility to launch robotaxis in U.S. cities - Reuters

theverge.com / Uber strikes deal with May Mobility to deploy ‘thousands’ of robotaxis

techcrunch.com / May Mobility to launch robotaxis on Uber platform this year in Texas

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