Robotics Reckoning: 2026’s $16.7 Billion Surge and Humanoid Hurdles

Robotics Reckoning: 2026’s $16.7 Billion Surge and Humanoid Hurdles

Robotics Reckoning: 2026’s $16.7 Billion Surge and Humanoid Hurdles The robotics sector charges into 2026 with industrial robot installations hitting a record $16.7 billion in market value, according to the International Federation of Robotics. This milestone reflects surging demand across manufacturing, logistics, and emerging applications, propelled by AI integration and labor shortages. Annual installations exceeded 500,000 units for the four…

Humanoid Robotics, Labour Scarcity, and Productivity

While markets obsess over the latest AI software breakthrough, a quieter revolution is unfolding on factory floors and warehouse aisles across the globe. Humanoid robots—machines designed to walk, manipulate objects, and operate in human environments—are transitioning from splashy tech demos into early commercial deployments. Amazon is piloting bipedal robots in its warehouses. Tesla is integrating humanoids into its own production lines. BMW is…