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ICE plans to deploy Boston Dynamics' Spot robot dogs in its mass deportation operations, ordering $2 million in units for tasks unsafe for humans—such as hazardous gas detection, search and rescue, and investigations of suspicious packages—aimed at keeping agents safer; Boston Dynamics notes the robots are for safety and cannot be weaponized, and the Secret Service also uses the technology.
Hyundai Motor Group will pay $325 million to buy SoftBank's remaining 9.65% stake in Boston Dynamics, gaining full ownership and signaling a shift from demos to production. Atlas is slated to begin in Hyundai's Georgia Metaplant by 2028 with sequencing tasks first, expanding to heavier automation by 2030, aided by Hyundai Mobis components; SoftBank pivots toward AI infrastructure via Roze AI, while Boston Dynamics becomes a manufacturing platform within Hyundai's ecosystem.
Boston Dynamics' Atlas pulls off a backflip from a cartwheel, recovering balance after an earlier failed attempt that cost it a hand. The video also shows a more natural walking gait and an enterprise-edition variant, underscoring ongoing progress and the tradeoffs between agility and crashes in humanoid robotics.
Hyundai Motor Group announced at CES 2026 its plan to lead the AI Robotics industry by leveraging its global manufacturing capabilities and partnerships, especially with Boston Dynamics, to develop and deploy human-centered robots across various sectors, including automotive, logistics, and construction, emphasizing real-world application, continuous training, and collaboration with AI leaders like Google DeepMind.
Hyundai, owning Boston Dynamics, is making significant strides in humanoid robotics, challenging Tesla's ambitious robot plans and shifting the narrative around robot dominance from Tesla to Hyundai/Boston Dynamics, with Hyundai emphasizing practical, manufacturing-ready robots and Tesla's Optimus still in development.
Hyundai Motor Group plans to deploy human-like robots, specifically Atlas from Boston Dynamics, across its global factories starting in 2028 to assist workers and handle dangerous tasks, as part of a broader US investment and automation strategy, despite concerns over job security and past controversies at its Georgia plant.
Hyundai plans to mass-produce 30,000 Atlas humanoid robots annually by 2028 through its Boston Dynamics subsidiary, aiming to deploy them in factories to assist with tasks like assembly and heavy lifting, marking a significant step in AI-driven industrial automation.
Hyundai-owned Boston Dynamics showcased its humanoid robot Atlas at CES, demonstrating its capabilities in a live stage performance and announcing plans to deploy a product version for car assembly by 2028 at Hyundai's Georgia plant, amid growing competition and technological advancements in robotics.
Hyundai's Boston Dynamics unit announced the development of a new humanoid robot, Atlas, designed for factory work, with plans to mass produce up to 30,000 units annually in the US starting in 2028, aiming to automate repetitive tasks and enhance manufacturing efficiency.
Boston Dynamics has significantly upgraded its Atlas humanoid robot, enhancing its range of motion, agility, and manipulation capabilities with new AI-powered features, more flexible joints, and advanced tactile sensors, although widespread deployment and reliability still require time and development.
Boston Dynamics is developing AI-powered humanoid robots, like Atlas, that learn tasks through machine learning and demonstrations, with potential applications in factory work and beyond, raising both technological and economic implications.
Boston Dynamics has developed Atlas, an AI-powered humanoid robot that is now capable of working autonomously in factory settings, learning tasks through machine learning and simulations, and potentially transforming industrial labor with superhuman capabilities, while industry rivals and geopolitical factors influence the race for robotic dominance.
Boston Dynamics has retired its famous humanoid robot HD Atlas after 11 years and introduced its successor, a new all-electric Atlas with a wider range of motion and the ability to stand up completely from a prone position, albeit in a way that has some people feeling creeped out. The robot's unconventional method of getting up and its non-human-like movements have sparked discussion and even landed it on the subreddit Oddly Terrifying. Despite the unease it may cause, Boston Dynamics' CEO has stated that the explicit intent was for the new Atlas not to be human-like.
The idea of humanoid robots like Rosey the Robot from The Jetsons may be turning into a nightmare as Boston Dynamics unveils its latest droid, Atlas, designed for commercial use. While robotics have a place in our homes, the question arises whether we need all-capable, human-like bots to handle everyday chores. The author argues for simpler, specialized robots that do one or two related jobs well, emphasizing the potential hazards and complexities of humanoid robots in domestic settings.
Boston Dynamics unveiled a new version of its Atlas robot with unsettling movements, prompting a suggestion to give the robot hair to make it less creepy. Research on the uncanny valley suggests that adding hair to humanoid robots may not necessarily alleviate discomfort caused by inhuman movements. While some studies show that fur may enhance perceived warmth, others indicate that partially furred robots may have an "uncanine" effect. The suggestion highlights the potential for hair to inspire affinity with robots, but the key to overcoming the uncanny valley lies in addressing inhuman movement rather than appearance.