NVIDIA said its Project GR00T workflows and model tools, plus its Hugging Face partnership, will boost robot dexterity and mobility.

In October 2024, large funding rounds, new AI product developments, and, of course, humanoids were drew readers’ attention.

Fourier launches the second generation of its humanoid robot, the GR-2, and the accompanying development platform.

Fourier says it will provide a wider range of humanoid robots, exoskeletons, and other systems to serve diverse market needs.

Fourier Intelligence launched the first generation of the GR-1 humanoid robot and plans to start selling into a number of markets.

The round was led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2, and included support from Saudi Aramco P7 Venture Fund and the Yuanjing Vision Plus Capital.