USC researchers unveil humanoid robot advancements at 2026 robotics conference summit

What USC really showed at RSS 2026: Ψ0, an open humanoid control model—plus how to read its bold performance claims.

What USC really showed at RSS 2026: Ψ0, an open humanoid control model—plus how to read its bold performance claims.

A plain-language look at Hyundai fully owning Boston Dynamics—what changes for its robots, buyers, and the wider robotics market.

Nvidia and Japan's robotics leaders combine GPU acceleration with mechanical expertise to embed artificial intelligence directly into industrial robots.

Lunar construction robots are moving from simulation to real-world testing as space agencies pursue sustainable lunar infrastructure.

Humanoid robots attracted billions in venture capital and corporate investment, but challenges in scaling, reliability, and actual cost-effectiveness remain formidable.

Hyundai's Boston Dynamics integration marks a critical shift from research showcase to commercial robotics deployment, with implications for manufacturing automation and industrial competition.

Public school districts are investing in summer robotics camps at a faster pace than ever, creating new pathways for students to develop technical skills outside the traditional academic year.

Hospital robotics are no longer synonymous with da Vinci. Medtronic's Hugo and CMR's Versius are forcing real platform competition and reshaping how hospitals buy robots.

Nvidia's partnerships with Japan's robotics firms turn AI infrastructure from a research challenge into production reality.

Robotics camps combine coding with hands-on engineering challenges, building competency through real-world problem-solving instead of abstract tutorials alone.