Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots were showcased at a recent event, but some of their vocals and movements were remotely controlled by humans, a detail not disclosed by the company.

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MAB Robotics' Honey Badger robot can run underwater, demonstrating robustness and dynamism. The Polish firm sees potential applications in search and rescue, particularly in flooded areas.

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Tesla showcased its Optimus humanoid robots at the 'We, Robot' event, where they were controlled by humans during development. The robots were able to walk, dance, mix drinks, and converse with guests, including Tesla investors and fans. Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, was not involved in the bot's conversations.

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Origin, a Latvian defense tech startup, creates reusable, autonomous drones for cheaper defense options, with commercial agreements with two unnamed NATO countries.

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DJI, a drone manufacturer, is suing the US Department of Defense for listing it as a Chinese military company. DJI claims it is not owned or controlled by the Chinese military and makes consumer and commercial drones, not military ones.

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