Global Scans · Robots · Weekly Summary

• [New] Huibo Robotics has committed to launching two humanoid robot products by 2026, achieving an average annual revenue growth of at least 30% from 2026 to 2028, and filing applications for no fewer than 200 related patents. AI Insider
• [New] AI-driven IoT applications will surge, with an estimated 75% of IoT devices incorporating AI capabilities by 2026, empowering intelligent data analysis, predictive insights, and autonomous decision-making. Zealous System
• [New] By vehicle type, the electric & autonomous vehicles segment is growing at a strong CAGR 20% from 2026 to 2035. Precedence Research
• [New] Prediction: Global humanoid robot shipments will exceed 50,000 units in 2026, with China accounting for 75% + of deployments. SuperSeed
• [New] Industry leaders in robotics have already credited AI advancements for milestones, such as enhanced autonomous systems, predicting that household robots could become commonplace within a decade. THINK TANK JOURNAL
• [New] The recently announced European Drone Defence Initiative, aimed at developing an interoperable system for countering and deploying drones, hopes to reach initial operational capacity by the end of 2026 and be fully functional in 2027. CIDOB
• [New] Robotaxi Launch: The expected 2026 launch of the Cybercab dedicated autonomous vehicle could unlock a trillion-dollar high-margin software business. FinancialContent
• [New] The mid-2020s (2024-2025) will likely be remembered as the era of the AI Pivot, where Tesla shifted focus toward Full Self-Driving and the Optimus humanoid robot. FinancialContent
• [New] Musk has consistently claimed that autonomous capabilities will set Tesla apart from rivals, and it has started operating a limited robotaxi service in Austin, Texas. The Guardian
• [New] As 6G standards evolve, Nokia's early positioning could yield first-mover advantages, integrating AI for autonomous networks that self-optimize. WebProNews
• [New] In 2026, AI will shift from an attacker's helper to an autonomous force multiplier, fundamentally rewiring how cyberattacks work. Hindustan Times
• [New] The big story of 2026 is unlikely to be a headline-grabbing new model, but swarms of autonomous agents that read documents, work in customer service, identify supplier risk, and get invoices approved. The New Indian Express
• [New] Deloitte projects an exponential rise in enterprise use of generative AI via autonomous AI agents. The New Indian Express
• [New] While investments in AI may become more cautious and results-oriented in 2026, we are still likely to see a distinct push toward generative AI and autonomous agentic systems; one that will be reflected in capital investment. Richard van Hooijdonk Blog
• [New] A number of Chinese companies are expected to begin ramping up humanoid robot production in 2026, in line with Beijing's strategy of making robotics a national priority, as reported by cnbc.com. IDNFinancials
• [New] TechRadar forecasts an inescapable AI era by 2026, where humanoid robot interactions and AI assistants demand robust processing, sidelining non-compliant devices. WebProNews
• By attaining a 56.4% score on SWE-Bench Pro and showcasing its autonomous vulnerability discovery capabilities, OpenAI has established a new benchmark for agentic AI performance. RS Web Solutions
• Equipped with an autonomous robot arm developed by the Naval Research Laboratory, and funded with DARPA money, Space Logistics will launch an MRV in 2026 to demonstrate Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites. Air & Space Forces Magazine
• The ride-hailing company struck a partnership with German carmaker VW in April to put thousands of autonomous minivans on the road in multiple US cities, starting with LA in 2026. Business Insider
• Tesla is preparing to launch its fully autonomous robo-taxi service, 'Cyber Cab', with pilot projects already underway in Austin, and a full rollout expected in 2026. Orion Market Research
• Optimus is anticipated to be the new American humanoid robot poster boy due to Tesla's AI advancements and mass-production goals. Interesting Engineering
• MatrixSpace's AI-enabled, ultra-portable counter-UAS system winning the Pentagon's LCS Challenge signals a strategic shift toward distributed, low-cost detection networks capable of defeating RF-dark and coordinated drone threats at 50-80% reduced operational costs. Drone Warfare
• Lockheed Martin and Microsoft's cloud-native Sanctum C-UAS represents a paradigm shift toward AI-driven, scalable counter-drone warfare that could establish Western dominance in the rapidly evolving aerial threat environment. Drone Warfare

Last updated: 05 January 2026