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Amazon reaches robot milestone, debuts new generative AI model

Jul 9, 2025 United States

The US-based e-commerce giant has announced that it has deployed its one millionth robot and that its entire fleet will be powered by a newly launched generative AI model

Amazon, which has been automating tasks previously done by humans in its facilities since 2012, has deployed more than one million robots in its workplaces. This figure is the most it has ever had, and almost the same as the number of human workers at the facilities.

“We’ve just deployed our 1 millionth robot, building on our position as the world’s largest manufacturer and operator of mobile robotics. This milestone robot was recently delivered to a fulfillment centre in Japan, joining our global network that now spans more than 300 facilities worldwide”, said Scott Dresser, Vice President of Amazon Robotics.

This milestone coincided with the launch of a new generative AI foundation model designed to make the entire fleet of robots smarter and more efficient. Named DeepFleet, this AI technology will coordinate the movement of robots across the fulfilment network, reduce travel time by 10% and enable the company to deliver packages to customers more quickly and cost-effectively.

However, this comes at a time when more tech companies are making job cuts and issuing automation warnings. Seemingly addressing this concern, Dresser noted that “these robots work alongside our employees, handling heavy lifting and repetitive tasks while creating new opportunities for our front-line operators to develop technical skills”.

According to Amazon Robotics’ VP, the company has upskilled more than 700,000 employees through various training initiatives since 2019, with many of these focused on working with advanced technologies.

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