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CES 2026 Day 2: AI and Robotics Innovations
Day 2 of CES 2026 in Las Vegas was packed with exciting new technologies.
Siemens and Nvidia announced a big partnership to use AI in manufacturing.
Lenovo showed how its AI platforms can help people and businesses.
Razer unveiled AI-powered gaming headsets and desk companions.
Oshkosh Corporation presented autonomous robots for airports.
Roborock introduced a vacuum with legs that can climb stairs.
Withings showcased a smart scale that measures many health markers.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems, NVIDIA, and Siemens are working together to use AI for nuclear fusion energy.
It was a day full of innovations that could change how we live and work.
Siemens and Nvidia announced an expanded partnership to launch an AI-driven industrial revolution in manufacturing.
Lenovo showcased AI platforms for personal use, business, and global impact, featuring tech leaders like Nvidia's Jensen Huang.
Razer introduced AI-powered prototypes, including a gaming headset and a desk companion, expected to launch commercially later this year.
Oshkosh Corporation debuted autonomous airport robots designed to streamline post-landing operations and reduce delays.
Roborock unveiled a stair-climbing vacuum, the Saros Rover, which is still in development.
Withings presented the Body Scan 2, a smart scale that measures 60 biomarkers and provides health advice.
- Who
- CES 2026 attendees, tech companies, and industry leaders
- What
- Showcasing of AI and robotics technologies at CES 2026
- Where
- Las Vegas
- When
- Day 2 of CES 2026
- Why
- To demonstrate and promote new technologies and innovations
AI and Robotics Advancements
Potential Concerns and Challenges
AI in Manufacturing
AI and Robotics Advancements
Siemens and Nvidia's partnership aims to revolutionize manufacturing with AI, enhancing production and supply chain management.
Potential Concerns and Challenges
Some may worry about job displacement and the need for workforce retraining due to AI automation in manufacturing.
Autonomous Airport Robots
AI and Robotics Advancements
Oshkosh Corporation's autonomous robots promise to streamline airport operations, reduce delays, and improve safety.
Potential Concerns and Challenges
Critics might express concerns about the reliability and safety of autonomous systems in critical airport operations.
Key facts
- Event
- CES 2026 Day 2
- Location
- Las Vegas
- Key Speakers
- Roland Busch (Siemens), Jensen Huang (Nvidia), Yang Yuanqing (Lenovo), Lisa Su (AMD), Lip-Bu Tan (Intel)
- Notable Companies
- Siemens, Nvidia, Lenovo, Razer, Oshkosh Corporation, Roborock, Withings, Commonwealth Fusion Systems
- Key Technologies
- AI-driven industrial revolution, AI companions, autonomous airport robots, stair-climbing vacuum, smart health scale, nuclear fusion simulation
Timeline
OpenAI's profit pivot sparks Microsoft's partnership review.
Then, OpenAI turns to Google's TPUs for power boost.
Nvidia invests heavily in OpenAI's AI infrastructure.
In September 2025, Nvidia's OpenAI bet sets stage for Siemens tie-up.
Siemens, Nvidia announce major AI manufacturing partnership.
Quotes
Drew Henry
Head of the newly formed Physical AI unit at Arm Holdings
“physical AI solutions could 'fundamentally enhance labor, free up extra time' and may have a considerable impact on gross domestic product as a result.”
indianexpress.com
C.J. Finn
U.S. automotive industry leader for PwC
“(But) the real spend and where things are really moving forward is when they combine the machining with the level of AI to increase the precision, increase the productivity, or change how something’s able to produce.”
indianexpress.com
Robert Playter
CEO of Boston Dynamics
“there was 'a bit of a hype cycle around (robotic) humanoids at this point in time.' But he said his company has already 'put thousands of quadruped robots out in the market and actually (made) money.'”
indianexpress.com
Sources
The coolest technology from Day 2 of CES 2026
Humanoid Robots Pour Coffee, Fold Laundry at CES. Painfully Slowly
Arm launches ‘Physical AI’ unit, joining rush to robotics by tech and automakers
Nvidia CEO calls robots ‘AI immigrants’ to tackle global labour shortage





