In 2025, we noticed large adjustments within the robotics trade. The fates of some well-known gamers within the ecosystem are unsure, whereas different outstanding corporations are charting their very own paths for the primary time. Between advances in humanoid robotics, thrilling occasions, and huge robotic orders, there was no scarcity of stories to cowl this previous yr.
Listed below are the highest 10 hottest tales on The Robotic Report in 2025. Subscribe to The Robotic Report E-newsletter or hearken to The Robotic Report Podcast to remain updated on the robotics developments it’s essential to find out about.
10. Humanoid robots promise a multi-trillion-dollar market, however pose challenges
As an early investor in Agility Robotics, watched humanoids evolve from an enchanting idea to actuality over the previous 5 years. Consequently, he wasn’t shocked when NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang stated, “Robotics can be a multi-trillion-dollar market.” Learn extra.
9. Drone startup Guardian Agriculture shuts down
Guardian Agriculture which developed giant drones for aerial spraying, shut down after failing to safe further funding. The Woburn, Mass.-based startup stated it had gotten FAA approval for the primary commercially licensed electrical vertical take-off and touchdown (eVTOL) system within the U.S. Learn extra.
8. 100 robotics startups to observe in 2025
The inaugural Startup Radar is an in-depth report that shines a highlight on the subsequent technology of robotics. The Startup Radar profiled 100 robotics startups, every 5 years outdated or youthful, which might be working to form the way forward for robotics. Learn extra.
7. Zebra Applied sciences winds down Fetch-based cell robotic group
Zebra Applied sciences is winding down the autonomous cell robotic division that it constructed round its $290 million acquisition of Fetch Robotics in 2021. The transfer marks a strategic retreat from the robotics push Zebra launched to broaden its warehouse automation capabilities. Learn extra.
6. Teradyne robotics group lays off 10% of worldwide employees
Financial uncertainty has taken a toll on the robotics trade, together with main distributors. Teradyne’s robotics group laid off 10% of its international workforce. Teradyne owns Common Robots A/S and Cell Industrial Robots ApS, main builders of collaborative robotic arms and autonomous cell robots, respectively. Learn extra.
5. iRobot debt acquired by contract producer as chapter looms
The fortunes of one of many few family names in robotics continued to sink in 2025. In a submitting with the U.S. Securities and Change Fee, iRobot stated {that a} Chinese language firm had acquired its debt and that it was nonetheless in search of options to chapter. Learn extra.
4. 10 robotics tendencies noticed at Automate 2025
On the peak of commerce present season, Automate 2025 supplied alternatives to see the state of economic and industrial automation. From robotic arms and cell platforms to grippers, sensors, and software program, in addition to academic and technical workshops, there was one thing for everybody on the occasion. Learn extra.
3. 50 most progressive robotics corporations
We’re passionate concerning the affect robotics can have on the world. That’s why for 14 years, the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards have honored probably the most progressive robotics corporations, applied sciences, and purposes from world wide. Learn extra.
2. Intel spins out RealSense as a standalone firm
We have been just a little shocked in mid-September 2024 with the launch of the entry-level Intel RealSense Depth Module D421. With the latest monetary turmoil and adjustments on the firm, there was uncertainty whether or not Intel would proceed to spend money on the product line. Learn extra.
1. Hyundai to purchase ‘tens of 1000’s’ of Boston Dynamics robots
Boston Dynamics and Hyundai Motor Group introduced plans to deepen their partnership, which incorporates Hyundai buying “tens of 1000’s” of robots within the coming years. The automaker will even assist by integrating its manufacturing capabilities with Boston Dynamics applied sciences. Learn extra.
