From “DeepSeek” to Smart Robots: China’s AI Breakthroughs in 2025
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Robots vs Runners: How the 2026 Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon Signals a New Era of AI Employees and Non-Human Workers
Beijing will host the 2026 humanoid robot half-marathon, highlighting rapid advances in AI Employees, Non-Human Workers, and embodied robotics competing in real-world conditions.
In the Age of AI: How AI Employees and Non-Human Workers Are Finding a Role in Religion
How AI Employees, Non-Human Workers, and Voice AI Agents are entering churches and temples worldwide—what happened, when it started, and why AI in religion matters today.
2025’s Embodied Intelligence Boom: Robots Still Can’t Do Work — But Investors Don’t Care
In 2025, embodied intelligence surged as robot startups raised record funding and pursued IPOs, despite robots still struggling to perform real work. Learn why investors are betting big on AI Employees and Non-Human Workers.
Humanoid Robots Under $1,500: How Little Bumi Is Set to Transform Classrooms
Songyan Dynamics has launched Little Bumi, an affordable humanoid robot priced under 10,000 yuan, marking a major shift toward mainstream educational robotics. Learn how this sub-$1,500 robot is entering schools, selling out rapidly, and reshaping the future of AI-powered learning.
Robots at Work: How IFS and Boston Dynamics Are Bringing “Non-Human Workers” to Industrial Sites
On November 27, 2025, IFS and Boston Dynamics unveiled a new autonomous AI-powered robotics system that integrates Spot robots with IFS.ai for real-time industrial inspections, predictive maintenance, and safer operations.
Humanoid Robots Take Over the Mall: China Brings AI Employees into Everyday Life
A new humanoid-robot “7S” store opened in Wuhan on 14 November 2025, showcasing AI Employees, Non-Human Workers, and Voice AI Agents. Discover why this innovative retail-education hub matters and how it signals China’s accelerating push toward large-scale humanoid robot adoption.
Tiny Swimming Robots: A New Class of “AI Employees” in Our Bloodstream
Researchers at ETH Zurich have unveiled tiny swimming microrobots capable of navigating blood vessels to deliver stroke-fighting drugs with precision. Learn how these AI-guided non-human workers could transform targeted medical treatment.
Robots at Work: How Foxconn, Nvidia & Tesla Are Building the “AI Employee” Era
Foxconn, Nvidia, and Tesla are leading a new era of automation with humanoid robots. Foxconn’s Houston plant will soon use “AI employees” powered by Nvidia’s Isaac platform, marking a major shift toward non-human workers and physical AI in global manufacturing.
Voice AI Agents Take the Helm: An AI Employee Revolution in the Call Center Hub
In 2025, Voice AI Agents emerged as full-time AI Employees in customer support centers, handling calls and boosting efficiency. Learn how non-human workers are transforming call centers, improving service, and reshaping human roles in the AI-driven workplace.