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A robot is a machine that is programmed to perform certain tasks autoamtically.

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Three uniformed men stand behind a robotic dog.

Mexico deploys robot security dogs at FIFA World Cup

Mexico deploys robot security dogs at FIFA World Cup

Mexican police are using robot dogs for surveillance, aiming to reduce risks at events like the FIFA World Cup.
TechnologyJune 25, 202601:28 min
A robot in a blue shirt and orange cap stretches its arms toward a woman standing in front of it, with 'Otonomus Hotel' written on the wall behind.

Robot suitcases, AI concierges — the future of hospitality?

Robot suitcases, AI concierges — the future of hospitality?

Concierge robots and autonomous systems are increasingly entering hotels and airports.
Digital WorldJune 12, 202602:14 min
China Badaling 2026 | Exoskelett-Verleih an der Chinesischen Mauer

China brings exoskeletons to the mass market

China brings exoskeletons to the mass market

Exoskeletons are making inroads into everyday life in China — even for tourists along the Great Wall.
TechnologyMay 19, 202603:22 min
DW REV | Privacy Concerns Regarding Chinese Electric Vehicles

Smart cars, spying fears and security

Smart cars, spying fears and security

Connected cars worry security experts. How can Europe manage the risks without stopping innovation?
Cars and TransportationApril 30, 202608:08 min
A small green tractor sitting on a green lawn

Autonomous tractors are a farmer's dream come true

Autonomous tractors are a farmer's dream come true

Autonomous tractors can plow, seed and monitor crops, but getting to and from fields remains a hurdle.
InnovationApril 30, 202604:38 min
DW REV | MGS6 Elektrofahrzeug der Luxusklasse

MG S6: an upscale EV with a reasonable price tag

MG S6: an upscale EV with a reasonable price tag

A new electric SUV from MG faces tough competition. How does it stack up?
Cars and TransportationApril 30, 202610:44 min
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A view of Deutsche Telekom's new Industrial AI Cloud data center at the launch in Munich, Germany, on February 5, 2026

Germany bets on industrial AI to rival US and China

Germany is already harnessing AI for smarter production — with virtual factories, robot fleets and Industrial AI Cloud.
TradeFebruary 24, 2026
An X post showing an AI-generated video depicting human-like robots practice shooting with machine guns with mountains in the distance

Fact check: Are China's robot soldiers just AI fakes?

Videos suggesting China may be building a robot army sound like science fiction, but social media says it’s real.
TechnologyFebruary 22, 2026
A machine selects raw materials with high content of rare earths at a mine in Bayan Obo, Mongolia, China, on October 27, 2010

How US Project Vault challenges China's rare-earth dominance

Donald Trump's Project Vault seeks to secure US access to rare earth minerals, vital for advanced tech and clean energy.
TradeFebruary 5, 2026
Private space traveler Jared Isaacman seen from behind in a spacesuit, half his body out of a space capsule, with Earth in the distance

Space law crisis: Outer space security in an insecure world

There are reasons to be optimistic about space security, but they may have to be driven by the private sector.
PoliticsSeptember 10, 2025
View of a robotic arm cutting off strawberries

Farming robots: The future of agriculture?

Farmers are turning to robots to tackle problems like labor shortages and tough working conditions.
InnovationNovember 15, 202402:25 min
A woman walks with a robo dog on a leash, while a man points his phone camera to them

Robo-pups to the rescue — can you trust robotic guide dogs?

There aren't enough guide dogs worldwide. In China, robots could soon help guide blind people safely through the city.
TechnologyNovember 1, 202401:14 min
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