While legged robots are able to perform feats such as climbing stairs, their wheeled counterparts are faster and less complex. The Ascento robot offers the best of both worlds, as it has two jumping ...

Like in many industries, there’s an acute shortage of security guards. This means guards still on the job have to pull extra hours and are more likely to make mistakes because of fatigue. Ascento is ...

Cinema goers who recall the film Robocop can be forgiven for feeling a little nervous about the Swiss start-up Ascento Robotics, which is today announcing the completion of a $4.3 million seed funding ...