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Report: UPS Considering Partnership With Robotics Startup Figure AI
artificial intelligence // April 28, 2025

UPS and Figure AI are reportedly considering a partnership in which the robotics startup’s humanoid robots would perform some tasks in the logistics company’s operations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

AI-Powered Robots Advance in General Tasks in a Crowded Market
artificial intelligence // February 24, 2025

The dream of having robots do household chores inched a little closer to reality last week. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

1X Acquires Kind Humanoid to Accelerate Development of Humanoid Robots
artificial intelligence // January 27, 2025

Humanoid robotics firm 1X has acquired robotics startup Kind Humanoid, saying the move unites two teams who aim to advance humanoid technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Could AI-Powered Humanoid Robots Be Coming to Retail Stores?
artificial intelligence // August 12, 2024

The potential for artificial intelligence (AI) humanoid robots in factories and stores is sparking debate among experts on the future of work and commerce. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Nvidia and Foxconn Aim to Use Humanoid Robots in AI Server Factory

June 20, 2025
Humanoid robots could reportedly begin helping assemble Nvidia artificial intelligence servers at a factory in Houston by the first quarter of 2026. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By […]

Report: UPS Considering Partnership With Robotics Startup Figure AI

April 28, 2025
UPS and Figure AI are reportedly considering a partnership in which the robotics startup’s humanoid robots would perform some tasks in the logistics company’s operations. Get the Full Story Complete...

1X Acquires Kind Humanoid to Accelerate Development of Humanoid Robots

January 27, 2025
Humanoid robotics firm 1X has acquired robotics startup Kind Humanoid, saying the move unites two teams who aim to advance humanoid technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...