Global Scans · Robots · Weekly Summary

• [New] Tesla's autonomous humanoid robot, Optimus, should be available to the public by late 2027. Nasdaq
• [New] Employees who were turning out a climate-friendly EV will now be manufacturing a robot - it's called Optimus in that nice, non-threatening, friendly corporately ambiguous manner - that will put other workers and perhaps them out of work. The Independent
• [New] Optimus really will be a general-purpose robot that can learn by observing human behaviour. TESLARATI
• [New] For Tesla, a tie-up could deepen integration between AI software and electric vehicles, robotics, and autonomous driving systems, areas already linked to Musk's long-term strategy. Euronews
• [New] Tesla has staked its future on AI-driven autonomous vehicles and humanoid robots, while SpaceX plans the orbiting data centers that might supply the immense computing power needed to drive Tesla's AI-powered machines. WKZO | Everything Kalamazoo | 590 AM - 106.9 FM
• [New] Musk expressed confidence in the growth of Tesla's autonomous vehicles, stating, Tesla's rolled out robotaxi service in a few cities, and will be very, very widespread by the end of 2026 within the U.S. Briefs Finance
• [New] Tesla is one of the only autonomous vehicle companies that's going to go camera only. Morningstar, Inc.
• [New] Robotaxis could ultimately generate stronger margins than today's ride-hailing platforms: If Tesla decides to own their own [autonomous] vehicles, they are not going to have to pay a driver, so you get the full fare. Morningstar, Inc.
• [New] In 2026, AI will move from simply generating text and images to autonomous models that execute and carry out entire tasks on their own. AAF
• [New] Analysts highlight agentic AI as a pivotal technology shift in 2026, with enterprises expected to begin piloting autonomous agents in 2026 and scale deployments through 2027. Robylon AI
• [New] Over the course of the next decade, a host of next-generation applications across autonomous systems, humanoid robotics, and agentic AI are expected to launch. Yahoo Finance
• [New] The emphasis in 2026 is shifting towards the speed of getting systems fielded, and budgets in 2026 will prioritize AI enabled systems, autonomous platforms and collaborative combat aircraft. / USA Defense Tech and Acquisition
• [New] Shield AI advanced its X-Bat autonomous fighter from design to windtunnel testing in 18 months, targeting vertical takeoff demonstrations by autumn 2026 and operational trials in 2028. AeronauticsMagazine.com
• [New] By 2030, embedded AI tools - from robots to autonomous mining equipment - are expected to become mainstream. FinExtra
• [New] The German fund plans to invest €20 million each in 30 companies specialising in software solutions, cyber defence, artificial intelligence and autonomous systems companies. ImpactAlpha
• [New] Robotaxis, autonomous shuttles and logistics vehicles, as well as ride share fleets like Uber, will prioritise uptime, reliability and total cost of ownership above all else. ElectricDrives
• [New] By 2033, Amazon could avoid hiring up to 500,000 human workers by deploying advanced autonomous systems. Economic Times
• Optimus, its humanoid robot designed to help with everyday tasks, is set to enter production by the end of 2026, with Musk saying Tesla could eventually make one million a year. Business Insider
• By 2035, robot makers will ship 10 million humanoids a year. / USA Wired
• A. Limited autonomous features are already available today, but widespread public deployment of highly autonomous vehicles is expected gradually over the next few years, depending on technological maturity, regulation, infrastructure readiness, and public acceptance. Frost & Sullivan
• Tesla's 2026 robotaxi production aims to shift its business model to high-margin autonomous ride-hailing, with ARK estimating 90% of enterprise value by 2029. Ainvest

Last updated: 02 February 2026