Robotics Daily News: Pittsburgh's Tech Boom: Seven Startups Reach Unicorn Status

Pittsburgh's Tech Boom: Seven Startups Reach Unicorn Status

Pittsburgh now hosts seven startups valued over $1 billion, including Gecko Robotics, which achieved a $1.25 billion valuation after its Series D funding in June 2025. This growth positions Pittsburgh as a significant player in the U.S. tech economy, particularly in robotics and AI sectors. Source

South Korea Launches K-Humanoid Alliance to Advance Humanoid Robotics

In April 2025, South Korea established the K-Humanoid Alliance, a coalition of government, academic, and manufacturing entities, aiming to develop a commercial humanoid robot by 2028. The alliance plans to create an AI module for robots and foster talent through university participation. Source

RobotLAB Assumes Leadership in NAO Robotics Amid Industry Changes

Following the judicial liquidation of French robotics pioneer Aldebaran, RobotLAB has stepped forward to provide continuity and support to the robotics education and research community, ensuring the ongoing availability of NAO robots. Source

MVTec Expands International Presence with New Offices in Spain and South Korea

MVTec has opened new locations in Spain and South Korea, continuing its globalization strategy to offer more targeted support in local markets, particularly in the field of industrial automation. Source

OnLogic Introduces Helix 520 Series for Edge AI Computing

OnLogic has unveiled the Helix 520 Series, a line of compact industrial computers designed to enable businesses to collect, analyze, and act on data closer to its source, even in challenging environments, enhancing edge AI computing capabilities. Source