A new video shows two Tesla Optimus humanoid robots performing synchronized dance movements, highlighting major progress in balance control, joint precision, and motion planning. The smooth, coordinated steps suggest rapid improvements in humanoid robot agility as Tesla continues developing Optimus for real-world tasks in homes, factories, and public environments. [Robots, Tesla] #ETTechNow | ET NOW

Charlotte, a spider-like 3D printing robot, was developed jointly by Australian companies Crest Robotics and Earthbuilt Technology. Developers said the robot can help make construction cheaper and carbon-free with its ability to utilize local materials. | CNN

It's been a big fall for humanoid robots, with the reveal of two new prototypes in the US. Now Russia has entered the ring with Aidol—sort of. The robot's grand reveal at a technology conference in Moscow didn't go as planned. It emerged from backstage and walked about five feet before face-planting onto the stage. Two humans leapt to pick up the robot and dragged it offstage, shielding it with a black curtain. Aidol was intended to mark Russia's entry into the global race for humanoid machines,

A viral video from China shows a humanoid robot doing flawless kung fu steps, leaving people amazed at how closely it mimics a trained martial artist and raising fresh buzz about the future of tech. #ETTrendingNow | ET NOW