AI-powered humanoid robots are the newest workers at Mercedes-Benz's factory in Berlin

Meanwhile, German automaker Mercedes-Benz is integrating AI-powered humanoid robots into its manufacturing processes at the Digital Factory Campus in Berlin.

According to reports on Tuesday, the automaker is testing the 175 centimeters Apollo robot, in collaboration with U.S.-based robotics firm Apptronik, to handle tasks such as transporting components and transporting components and conducting quality inspections.

Unlike traditional factory robots, Apollo isn't fixed and can move around.

The aim is to enhance efficiency by automating repetitive and physically demanding activities and allowing human workers to focus on more complex tasks.