Researchers at UC Berkeley recently unveiled HITTER, a new system that allows the Unitree G1 humanoid robot to play table tennis with impressive skill. The demonstration, published on August 28, 2025, quickly gained traction on X, sparking excitement about the future of robotics.

UL Solutions has opened the first laboratory dedicated to testing commercial and service robots, a notable development in today’s high-tech economy. Located in Northbrook, Illinois, this facility marks an important milestone in robotics innovation.