Agility’s new humanoid robot will stop, squat to avoid harming human coworkers

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Agility Robotics introduced Digit 5, a humanoid robot with advanced safety features that enable it to work alongside humans without barriers, including autonomous motion adjustments and squatting to avoid close contact. Early access starts in early 2027, with full availability by year-end, aiming to expand safe robot use in warehouses and factories.

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