Ati Motors has secured $20 million in Series B funding to drive the global expansion of its AI-powered autonomous robotics solutions. The investment round, co-led by Walden Catalyst Ventures and NGP Capital, included participation from existing backers True Ventures, Exfinity Venture Partners, Athera Venture Partners, and Blume Ventures. The funding follows a period of growth for the company, highlighted by a tripled order book in the final quarter of 2024 and the addition of nine new clients.

Oshkosh Corporation has been named a winner of the CES Picks Awards for its Hail-able Autonomous Refuse Robot – Electric (HARR-E). The award, presented at CES 2025, honors innovative products and creative solutions in the consumer technology and custom installation sectors, recognizing brands that demonstrate excellence in their fields. HARR-E, Oshkosh’s autonomous electric refuse collection robot, offers on-demand refuse and recycling pickup through a smartphone app or virtual at-home assistant.

The global market value of industrial robot installations has reached an all-time high of US$ 16.5 billion. Future demand will be driven by a number of technological innovations, market forces and new fields of business. The International Federation of Robotics reports on the top 5 trends for the robotics industry for 2025:

Human in Motion Robotics’ exoskeleton, XoMotion, has been named the Top Robot at CES 2025 by USA Today. The device, designed to assist individuals with mobility impairments caused by conditions such as spinal cord injuries and strokes, was recognized for its technological capabilities and potential applications in rehabilitation.

President Donald Trump has announced two major initiatives to accelerate the United States’ development of artificial intelligence (AI): a $500 billion private-sector investment in AI infrastructure and the repeal of a 2023 executive order by former President Joe Biden, which sought to impose regulations on AI development.

Zuowei Technology, a Chinese company specializing in intelligent nursing solutions, is set to participate in Arab Health 2025, which will be held from January 27 to 30 at the Dubai International Exhibition Center. Recognized as the largest medical equipment exhibition in the Middle East, Arab Health offers a platform for showcasing advancements in healthcare technology and services.

Worldwide IT spending is expected to total $5.61 trillion in 2025, an increase of 9.8% from 2024, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. “While budgets for CIOs are increasing, a significant portion will merely offset price increases within their recurrent spending,” said John-David Lovelock, Distinguished VP Analyst at Gartner. “This means that, in 2025, nominal spending versus real IT spending will be skewed, with price hikes absorbing some or all of budget growth. All major categories are reflecting higher-than-expected prices, prompting CIOs to defer and scale back their true budget expectations.”

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a UN agency specializing in digital technologies, has launched the AI Skills Coalition, a global initiative aimed at addressing disparities in artificial intelligence (AI) skills and promoting equitable access to AI education. Announced at the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos, the coalition brings together over 25 organizations, including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, the East Africa Community, and Cognizant, to enhance AI capacity building and education worldwide.

Researchers at the University of Tsukuba have developed a robotic system that mimics a behavior known as bunting, in which animals, particularly cats, rub their heads against objects or people. This behavior, often seen as an expression of affection, has been associated with therapeutic effects on humans.

The rise of advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and automation, is reshaping global industries and creating new opportunities in the job market. As companies increasingly adopt digital tools, workers are being pushed to reskill and adapt to meet emerging demands. Based on data from Stocklytics.com, roles such as big data specialists and fintech engineers are projected to see the most rapid growth between 2025 and 2030.