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A&K Robotics has secured $8 million in Series A funding to expand its autonomous mobility pod Cruz in airports globally. The investment, led by BDC Capital and Vantage Futures, targets the growing accessibility crisis in aviation by deploying self-driving robots that assist travelers with physical limitations. Cruz navigates high-traffic terminal environments to provide independent mobility for those who need it.
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Sanctuary AI demonstrated its hydraulic robotic hand performing zero-shot in-hand manipulation, successfully reorienting a lettered cube to match specified goal orientations 10 consecutive times. The manipulation occurs entirely at the fingertips without palm support, showcasing capabilities for precise insertion, tool use, and other dexterous real-world tasks.