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Kepler Robotics made headlines at WAIC 2025 by showcasing its Forerunner K2 “Bumblebee”, the world’s first humanoid robot to complete an 8-hour continuous livestream, proving its real-world viability in demanding industrial automation scenarios. With this, Kepler marks a defining moment for embodied AI and next-generation robotic workforce solutions. World’s First 8-Hour Livestream by a Bipedal Humanoid Robot Held in Shanghai from July 26–29, the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2025) served as a global hub for breakthroughs in AI and robotics. Kepler’s 175 cm-tall K2 “Bumblebee” humanoid performed dynamic tasks live for eight hours straight, establishing its “1-hour charge, 8-hour…

More than 6,500 cyclists and 3,500 volunteers are taking to Massachusetts roads this weekend as the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) returns for its 46th edition. With a bold target of $76 million, the world’s most successful athletic fundraiser continues its legacy of championing cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Legacy of Impact Founded in 1980, the PMC has raised $1.047 billion to date. Every dollar raised by riders goes directly to Dana-Farber, funding groundbreaking research and clinical advancements. Last year, the challenge hit a record $75 million, setting a high bar for 2025. 2025 Ride Highlights Spanning 14 routes…

Redefining Motion in a New Robotic Era In the age of advanced automation and intelligent machines, Celera Motion, a Novanta company, is not just supplying components—it’s powering the beating heart of humanoid robotics. As the precision motion division of Novanta Inc. (NASDAQ: NOVT), Celera is enabling robotic systems to move smarter, faster, and more naturally. Full-Stack Mastery in Motion Control At the center of Celera Motion’s innovation is Novanta’s Motion Stack—a holistic architecture that provides a complete motion solution across key hardware systems. From high-performance encoders, motors, and servo drives to air-bearing spindles and integrated mechatronic assemblies, every component is…

A Trailblazing Life Honored During Black History Month As Black History Month celebrates legacies that continue to shape the future, few modern stories resonate like that of Dr. Trisha Bailey—a visionary leader whose journey from hardship to billionaire entrepreneur is shaking boardrooms and breaking glass ceilings. Captured in her bold and bestselling memoir Unbroken, her story isn’t just about triumph—it’s a manifesto for Black excellence, resilience, and legacy building. From Humble Beginnings to Global Boardrooms Born in Jamaica, Dr. Bailey defied the odds to become the wealthiest Jamaican-born woman in history. Her remarkable journey led her to the top of…

Carol Voorhees has been officially named President and Chief Executive Officer of NJM Insurance Group, marking a historic milestone as the first woman and the tenth individual to lead the company since its founding in 1913. Her appointment was unanimously approved by the NJM Board of Directors at their meeting held on July 25, 2025. A Historic Moment for NJM Insurance Group Voorhees’ elevation to the top executive role underscores NJM’s commitment to internal leadership development and gender inclusivity. Her promotion follows a distinguished 29-year career within the company, most recently serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.…

Overcoming these 7 workplace challenges in 2025 is crucial for business sustainability. Today’s problems extend beyond hiring and retention. With the U.S. economy facing low unemployment and declining quit rates, the real struggle lies in employee psychology — low engagement and deteriorating well-being. Ignoring these could result in business failure. Here’s how to stay ahead. 1. Employee Detachment Problem: Employees aren’t quitting — but they’re disengaged.Solution: Reignite workplace engagement by rebuilding purpose, recognition, and culture from the ground up. 2. Poor Job Markets Problem: Weak job markets reduce motivation; trapped employees become disengaged.Solution: Don’t just offer security — make the…

Struggling to stay afloat between back-to-back meetings, inbox chaos, and personal commitments? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. As the lines between work and life continue to blur in 2025, achieving true work-life balance is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity for performance, well-being, and long-term career growth. Career expert Andrei Kurtuy shares six proven strategies that go beyond buzzwords and offer real-world solutions for today’s professionals. 6 Work-Life Balance Moves That Matter: 1. Set a Realistic Schedule, Not a Perfect One Life happens. Skip the guilt. Instead of obsessing over daily routines, think in weekly chunks. Flexibility helps…

In a strategic move to strengthen workforce preparedness in the age of artificial intelligence, Revature, a leading technology talent enablement provider, has introduced AI Academy in a Box—a turnkey, enterprise-grade learning platform aimed at democratizing AI fluency across departments and roles. Launched from its Reston, Virginia headquarters on July 23, 2025, the initiative marks a pivotal step in addressing a growing concern: most organizations remain ill-equipped to develop internal AI capabilities at the pace required for meaningful transformation. AI is no longer the sole domain of tech teams—it now demands a collaborative, organization-wide approach. Context: AI Adoption Faces a Human…

Background & Funding Overview Founded in late 2023, EngineAI (Shenzhen EngineAI Robotics Technology Co., Ltd.) has quickly become a leading contender in China’s humanoid robotics space. Headed by Zhao Tongyang, the company was built by engineers previously from Xpeng’s robotics team. In its most recent rounds, EngineAI raised nearly 1 billion yuan (≈ $139–140 million), with the Pre‑A++ round led by Rocket Capital and Xpeng, and the Series A1 round led by JD.com, along with investors including CATL Capital, Yintai Group, Tsinghua Holdings Capital, and Baidu Ventures. This infusion brings its total capital raised to over $166 million in less than…

Revolutionizing Grasping with Integrated Intelligence Developed as a fully self-contained robotic hand, IH2 Azzurra embeds all core components—actuators, sensors, and control electronics—within a compact palm and under-actuated fingers. Its design facilitates a wide range of natural grasp patterns, thanks to 11 degrees of freedom and built-in force sensors capable of detecting object contact and grip precision. Researchers and engineers benefit from its streamlined communication interface, supporting UART over USB or Bluetooth, and compatibility with leading robotic platforms such as UR, FRANKA, KUKA, and Ottobock’s QDW. Precision Engineering for Real-World Functionality Designed with real-life functionality in mind, IH2 Azzurra offers impressive…