Dutch robotics company smartrobot.solutions and blockchain platform Stormcatch Token (SCATCH) have formed a strategic partnership to enhance the security of autonomous robots. By integrating blockchain technology with existing robot platforms, the two companies aim to create a reliable and scalable security layer for robots operating in sectors such as healthcare, education, and hospitality.

Westwell has introduced its autonomous logistics technologies in Europe with a demonstration at Logicor’s Garonor Park in Paris. The showcase featured the company’s fully autonomous electric Q-Truck and related intelligent systems as part of its broader initiative to promote automated and sustainable freight operations across the region.

A camera-based passenger counting system developed by Adigo Mechatronics is helping ferry operators in Norway comply with international regulations while improving operational efficiency. The system, known as Adigo nPax, uses industrial imaging technology and real-time AI processing to automatically count passengers seated inside moving vehicles during the boarding process.

AI agents are now taking on a central role in helping businesses manage global supply chain disruptions. Fujitsu has launched a new solution that uses these agents to rapidly assess the impact of market changes—like rising costs, delays, or supplier issues—and recommend the best response. The system simulates different scenarios, such as switching suppliers or adjusting pricing, to help companies make faster, more informed decisions.

The humanoid robot developed by Realbotix can now converse fluently in 15 major languages, with cloud-based support unlocking access to more than 147 additional languages and dialects. The company says this multilingual upgrade positions the robot for use in airports, hotels, museums, hospitals, and other international environments where clear communication is essential.

The global robotic vision market is projected to grow from USD 3.29 billion in 2025 to USD 4.99 billion by 2030, according to a report by research firm MarketsandMarkets, forecasts a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7% over the five-year period.

Researchers at Fuzhou University in China have developed a machine vision sensor capable of adapting to drastic changes in lighting conditions significantly faster than the human eye. The device, which employs quantum dots—nanoscale semiconductors—was detailed in a peer-reviewed article published in Applied Physics Letters.

Researchers at the University of East Anglia have found that social interaction through gameplay can influence how people perceive robots, making them appear more human-like. Published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology, the study explored how social engagement affects human-robot relations, particularly the perception of agency in robotic behavior.

During a recent meetup of the Leiden AI Community, Marco van der Hoeven, Editor-in-Chief of Rocking Robots, highlighted key trends in AI vision observed at various international robotics trade shows. Van der Hoeven has extensively reported on major industry events such as the European Robotics Forum in Stuttgart, Automatica in Munich, and Vision Robotics & Motion in Den Bosch, witnessing firsthand how AI vision is transforming industrial robotics and potentially life sciences.

Intuitive has received CE Mark approval for its da Vinci 5 Surgical System, allowing its use in adult and pediatric minimally invasive endoscopic procedures across Europe. The approval covers a broad range of abdominopelvic surgical procedures, including urological, gynecological, general laparoscopic, and thoracoscopic surgeries.