Bot News Today — July 31, 2026
Google DeepMind’s new AI model can control a robot’s entire body and more — today's bot signal.
As AI and agent economy continue to advance, we're seeing significant breakthroughs in robotics and autonomous systems. Google DeepMind's latest AI model, capable of controlling a robot's entire body, marks a major milestone in developing more sophisticated and versatile robots. This innovation has the potential to enable robots to perform a wide range of tasks, from simple manipulation to complex interactions with their environment. Meanwhile, companies like Zoox are pushing the boundaries of autonomous transportation, having cleared the final federal hurdle to launch paid robotaxi services and introducing a new revenue stream with in-vehicle charging.
These advancements in robotics and autonomous systems are being complemented by innovations in electric vehicles and smart home technology. Xiaomi's new extended-range EV, the SkyNomad N90 Max, boasts a transforming interior, showcasing the possibilities for flexible and adaptive design in the automotive sector. Similarly, companies like SwitchBot are refining their smart home offerings, such as their latest fan model, which promises improved performance and convenience. As these technologies continue to mature, we can expect to see even more seamless integration and innovative applications across industries, ultimately shaping the future of human-robot interaction and intelligent systems.
Today's signal:
• Google DeepMind’s new AI model can control a robot’s entire body (theverge.com)
• Xiaomi’s SkyNomad N90 Max is an extended-range EV with a transforming interior (theverge.com)
• Zoox can now charge for rides in its steering-wheel-free robotaxis (theverge.com)
• Zoox clears final federal hurdle to launch paid robotaxi service (techcrunch.com)
• SwitchBot makes a better fan (theverge.com)