Agility Robotics has unveiled its first humanoid robot specifically designed to work safely alongside humans in environments like warehouses and factories. This new robot, called Digit 5, is equipped with advanced safety features that allow it to operate without the need for isolated workspaces or physical barriers that typically separate robots from human workers. These features could significantly increase the use of humanoid robots in industrial settings by making them more adaptable and safer to work with. Digit 5 uses a sophisticated system to detect human presence and respond appropriately. For example, if a person is detected at a distance, the robot can autonomously move out of the way or remain still to let the person pass. If someone gets too close, Digit 5 can even squat down to reduce the risk of collision. Pras Velagapudi, Agility's chief technology officer, explained that the robot's system is designed to adapt its response based on the specific situation and type of human interaction it detects. Customers interested in the Digit 5 can expect early access to the robot in the first half of 2027, with full availability expected by the end of the year. Agility is preparing for this launch by retooling its RoboFab facility in Salem, Oregon, to manufacture the new robot. The company has emphasized safety as a key factor in its development, even though it has been among the pioneers in the humanoid robotics industry. Agility Robotics made headlines in 2024 when it became the first company to deploy humanoid robots in full-time commercial operations at a GXO warehouse in Atlanta. Since then, earlier versions of the Digit robot have accumulated over 65,000 hours of work across various warehouses and factories in North America. Companies that have tested or deployed the Digit robot include GXO, Schaeffler, Amazon, and Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada, highlighting its growing adoption in industrial settings.