Amazon develops a warehouse robot that workers can speak to
The Verge·June 4, 2026
Amazon has developed an updated version of its autonomous warehouse robot, Proteus, which can now interact with workers through spoken language. The AI-powered upgrade allows human employees to assign tasks to the robot using natural language, similar to how they would communicate with colleagues. This advancement replaces the need for specialized software to direct the robots, making it easier for workers to interact with the systems. The updated Proteus is part of Amazon's growing shift towards automation in its warehouses, where robots are increasingly replacing human workers.
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