Humanoid robots are rapidly improving in their ability to perform tasks, but analysts and researchers say it will take years before they can meaningfully replace human labor. Demos by robotics firm Figure AI drew attention, yet questions remain over adaptability, reliability and costs in real-world settings. Experts say robots are most likely to replace repetitive physical work in structured environments, while AI may more readily replace administrative tasks. Charging, maintenance, safety and regulation are cited as barriers to broader deployment.

U.S. crypto industry groups are pressing the Senate to move quickly on legislation to clarify regulation of digital assets. More than 120 trade groups sent a joint letter to the Senate Banking Committee urging prompt action on a digital asset market structure bill that includes the Clarity Act. The groups said delayed rules risk harming global competitiveness and called for clearer jurisdiction between the SEC and the CFTC, along with changes covering stablecoins, developers and tax reporting.