The Ultimate Guide to Robotics
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Robotics (Robots).
What to know about Robotics
Robotics explores the rapidly evolving field where machines are designed to perform tasks traditionally done by humans, reshaping industries from manufacturing to healthcare, agriculture, and customer service. This tag delves into how robotic technologies are enhancing efficiency, safety, and innovation across diverse sectors.
Readers can discover stories on the integration of robots in everyday life, such as social robots aiding elder companionship, surgical robots improving medical procedures, and autonomous robots transforming logistics and industrial operations. The coverage also highlights emerging trends like AI-powered humanoid robots, robotic process automation (RPA), and advances in machine learning that enable robots to perceive and interact with their environments more naturally.
Additionally, the content addresses significant societal and ethical considerations, such as workforce impacts due to automation, cybersecurity vulnerabilities in robotic systems, and the collaborative potential between humans and robots in future workplaces. By following this tag, readers gain insight into the current breakthroughs, challenges, and future possibilities in robotics, offering a comprehensive view of how this technology continues to shape our world.
UK Robotics News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Online Oceans raises GBP £4 million in Seraphim deal
The investment will help Online Oceans scale production as defence buyers seek cheaper, longer-lasting surveillance of ports, borders and subsea cables.
Roke launches Works with Roke defence partner scheme
The badge could ease procurement by proving third-party kit has been tested to work with Roke systems, reducing integration risk for defence buyers.
Cambridge Wireless unveils 2026 conference on AI & security
More than 500 delegates will hear how AI, cyber threats and automation are reshaping the role of telecoms networks and infrastructure.
BSI marks 125 years with digital standards collection
Digital standards are now shaping cloud security, AI governance and connected devices as BSI marks its 125th anniversary.
Siemens & Humanoid test robot in factory logistics
The test could ease factory labour shortages by proving humanoid robots can handle repetitive logistics work alongside staff in live production settings.
Cera launches AI Lab with eight-figure care investment
The new unit aims to ease pressure on strained care services by testing tools that could cut hospital use and staff shortages.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Robotics
AI tops 2026 industrial tech radar as maturity gaps grow
Gartner warns misconfigured AI could halt G20 power
Blue Yonder grows FY25 revenue & boosts AI supply chain
Chinese vendors dominate humanoid robot market in 2025
Retailers ready for AI-driven shifts in fulfilment, returns
Featured News
Expert Columns
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Why cyber resilience is industrial resilience
The tech shifts that will reshape logistics in 2026
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How AI is driving growth and transforming the future of hospitality
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Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Robotics News
Helical raises USD $10 million to expand virtual AI lab
The London biotech startup will use new funding to broaden deployments at major drugmakers, including Pfizer, and speed research decisions.
NMITE launches bursaries to widen access for locals
Local students in Herefordshire will get new help to study engineering and robotics after donors backed NMITE's bursaries.
British Business Bank boosts Empirical Ventures by GBP £10m
The extra cash will help the deeptech fund back more science-led start-ups outside London at larger pre-seed and seed rounds.
European spinouts hit EUR €370 billion, led by photonics
European university spinouts now total EUR €370bn in value, with photonics and quantum science driving a surge in deep-tech commercialisation.
AI drives hiring shift to senior devs at EU startups
AI-native EU startups are shrinking dev teams and hiring seasoned engineers as AI generates most new code, Notion Capital research shows.
Ubitium unveils universal RISC-V chip for embedded systems
German start-up Ubitium tapes out universal RISC-V chip on Samsung 8nm, aiming to replace dozens of embedded processors with one device.
Mirai Robotics raises USD $4.2m for autonomous ships
Italy's Mirai Robotics raises USD $4.2m pre-seed to build autonomous vessels and maritime AI, targeting dual-use coastal and offshore missions.
Wilbe opens flexible life sciences lab hub in White City
Wilbe launches flexible life sciences lab hub in White City to tackle early-stage startup space crunch and back scientist founders.
Holland & Barrett tech push lifts revenue towards GBP £1bn
Holland & Barrett's tech and automation drive lifts revenue 11% to GBP £981m, with digital sales surging towards the GBP £1bn mark.
Tech South West launches UK marine autonomy accelerator
Tech South West launches a UK-wide marine autonomy accelerator with Babcock and University of Plymouth to fast-track ocean tech startups.
UK restaurants back tech, prioritising online ordering
UK restaurants plan fresh tech investment for 2026, betting most heavily on online ordering and delivery ahead of AI and smart kitchens.
AI tops 2026 industrial tech radar as maturity gaps grow
AI tops IoT Analytics' 2026 industrial tech radar as firms chase less mature trends while core connectivity and compute quietly solidify.
London Tech Week 2026 agenda puts sovereign AI centre stage
London Tech Week 2026 unveils an AI-heavy agenda, with founders and global enterprises set to debate sovereign models and large-scale deployment.
UK firms urged to co-create with China, not just export
UK firms told to embed in China as co-creators, not just exporters, with visa-free travel urged to unlock high-tech industrial ties.
Nine Predictions for AI in 2026, from the Father of AGI
The pioneer who coined AGI forecasts 2026 as a pivotal year of steady AI gains, from memory-rich assistants to robots in human spaces.
NMITE & British Army launch autonomous robotics MEng
NMITE and the British Army have unveiled a three-year autonomous robotics MEng, blending drone technology with hands-on defence-linked projects.
NMITE unveils three-year autonomous robotics degree
NMITE launches a three-year autonomous robotics MEng from 2026, tying drones, defence needs and local industry into a hands-on curriculum.
Digital Xtra grants boost young Scots' digital skills
Digital Xtra awards nearly GBP £120,000 to 27 Scottish projects, helping over 2,000 young people build vital computing and digital skills.
Roke opens GBP £5m defence logistics hub in Romsey
Roke opens GBP £5m Romsey logistics hub, uniting design, testing and production to accelerate defence deliveries and boost UK resilience.
AutoStore boosts Arvato UK warehouse capacity by 30%
AutoStore and Arvato expand Hams Hall automation, boosting UK warehouse capacity over 30% and lifting peak throughput to 26,000 orders daily.