Top 5 Trends in the Robotics Sector for 2024

Humanoid robotics witnessed significant advancements in 2024, featuring robots like Boston Dynamics' Atlas

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Generative AI is set to revolutionize human-robot interaction, marking a significant development in the field of robotics

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Locus Robotics achieved a significant milestone by picking over 2 billion units, and the industry saw progress in flexible and easy-to-install picking robots

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Cruise, GM's autonomous vehicle unit, faced challenges in 2024, including NHTSA investigations, a robotaxi recall, and permit suspensions

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First-quarter sales dipped by 21%, and second-quarter sales experienced a more substantial 37% decline compared to the previous year

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