Saudi Arabia has introduced an advanced AI robot named Manara 2 at Masjidil Haram to assist pilgrims with religious inquiries. This innovative technology supports multiple languages and connects users to scholars via video calls for questions not stored in its database, enhancing the overall pilgrimage experience.
The 2025 Cultural Heritage Expo showcases a fusion of culture and technology, featuring AI-driven restoration of ancient texts and immersive experiences in the metaverse. Attendees can engage with innovative robots and explore interactive digital platforms that blend tourism, art, and consumer experiences, highlighting the dynamic intersection of tradition and modernity.
In preparation for this year’s Hajj, pilgrims in Makkah will benefit from a new AI-powered robot designed to assist with religious inquiries. Unveiled at the Grand Mosque, the robot aims to enhance the spiritual experience by connecting worshippers with scholars through direct video calls, blending tradition with modern technology.
A new study reveals that robots could play a crucial role in monitoring biodiversity loss on land. Researchers from Aberystwyth University highlight the potential of robotic technology to track species changes, overcoming barriers like site access and data handling, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration between robotics and conservation experts.
Foxconn’s chairman announced that AI and robots are transforming assembly lines, potentially eliminating the need for low-wage labor. While automation enhances productivity, it may negatively impact countries reliant on inexpensive labor. Foxconn is developing its AI, ‘FoxBrain,’ based on Meta’s models, aiming for open-source release.
The world of microrobots, inspired by the incredible abilities of insects, is rapidly evolving. Innovations like the BHMbot showcase tiny robots capable of complex tasks in inaccessible environments, with potential applications in search and rescue operations, environmental monitoring, and medical delivery, highlighting the promise of biomimicry in robotics.
HAVOCai, a startup founded by former Navy aviator Paul Lwin, aims to support the U.S. military’s strategy in the Pacific by deploying thousands of autonomous drones. Their innovative, cost-effective vessels, like the Rampage, are designed to enhance surveillance and defense capabilities against potential threats from China.
Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus, has showcased its ability to cook dinner and clean, performing everyday tasks with impressive skill. Controlled by natural language instructions, Optimus demonstrates significant advancements in machine learning, potentially revolutionizing service and industry sectors as it becomes an indispensable assistant for precision and efficiency.
Researchers have utilized a single-atom quantum computer to simulate real molecular behavior over time, significantly advancing quantum chemistry. This innovative approach allows for realistic simulations of molecular interactions after light absorption, potentially revolutionizing our understanding of materials, drug development, and energy solutions, despite current limitations in quantum computing technology.
At the 2025 Beijing Yizhuang Half Marathon, the EAI team’s X02 robot showcased its advanced bionic tendon technology, achieving a remarkable fifth place. This event highlighted the robot’s endurance and adaptability, paving the way for future applications in industries like disaster rescue and elderly care.
