**Registration is Open for RoboBusiness 2026: A Celebration of 20 Years of Robotics Innovation**
Registration is now open for **RoboBusiness 2026**, the premier event for commercial robotics developers, which will take place on **October 20 and 21, 2026**, at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Produced by *The Robot Report* and its parent company Arrowfly, this year’s event marks a significant milestone: the 20th anniversary of RoboBusiness. The conference will look back on two decades of driving progress and innovation within the robotics industry.
The event will bring together a diverse group of experts and leaders in robotics and AI, offering insightful discussions on cutting-edge research, prevailing industry trends, and groundbreaking applications across multiple sectors. Key areas of focus will include manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and logistics. Attendees can look forward to presentations from some of the most influential figures in the field.
To encourage early registration, a special discount is available: attendees who purchase a full conference pass **before August 31** will save **$200** and receive complete access to all keynote speeches, technical sessions, networking receptions, and special events. Academic, association, and corporate group discounts are also available upon request.
RoboBusiness 2026 is proud to have **MassRobotics**—the world’s largest independent robotics hub—as its strategic partner. MassRobotics is dedicated to accelerating robotics innovation, commercialization, and widespread adoption, making it a perfect fit for the event’s forward-looking mission.
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### Featured Speakers and Topics
The conference will feature five distinct tracks covering Physical AI, enabling technologies, humanoids, field robotics, and business deployment. On the show floor, the Engineering Theater will host presentations from industry pioneers.
Some of the confirmed speakers include:
* **Rodney Brooks** – Co-founder and CTO of Robust AI, with over 50 years of experience in AI and robotics. A former director of MIT’s CSAIL, he is now focused on deploying intelligent robotics in industrial settings.
* **Ken Goldberg** – The William S. Floyd Jr. Distinguished Chair in Engineering at UC Berkeley and director of the AUTOLab, bringing a unique perspective from the intersection of engineering and art.
* **Jonathan Hurst** – Chief Robot Officer at Agility, whose research emphasizes creating robots that can physically interact with the world with animal-like dexterity and compliance.
* **Bhavna Chandrashekhar** – Senior Manager of Applied Science at Amazon Robotics, leading the development of autonomous manipulation robots to augment the workforce.
* **Morgan Pope** – Creative Director at Familiar Machines & Magic, known for his work on engaging, dynamic robots, with a background in biomimetic robotics from Stanford and Disney Research.
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### A Hub for Innovation and Networking
The RoboBusiness Expo Hall will host **over 100 exhibitors**, showcasing the latest enabling technologies, products, and services designed to support robotics engineers throughout their development cycles. The show will also feature the **RoboBusiness Startup Alley**, a platform for innovative startups across various industries. Applications for participation are currently open, with select startups having the opportunity to present in the Startup Showcase.
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### Sponsorship Opportunities
For organizations interested in partnering with the event, sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are still available. For more information and to download the prospectus, please contact the events team.
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## FAQ Section
**Q: When and where will RoboBusiness 2026 take place?**
A: RoboBusiness 2026 will be held on October 20 and 21, 2026, at the Santa Clara Convention Center.
**Q: Who are some of the featured speakers at the event?**
A: The conference will host a range of industry leaders, including Rodney Brooks (Robust AI), Ken Goldberg (UC Berkeley), Jonathan Hurst (Agility), Bhavna Chandrashekhar (Amazon Robotics), and Morgan Pope (Familiar Machines & Magic), among many others.
**Q: Is there a discount available for registration?**
A: Yes, a $200 discount is available for attendees who register and purchase a full conference pass before August 31, 2026. Discounts are also offered for academic, association, and corporate groups.
**Q: What is the Startup Alley, and how can a startup participate?**
A: The Startup Alley is a dedicated space at the expo hall designed to highlight innovative startups from various industries. Applications to join the Alley are currently open, and selected startups may be invited to participate in the Startup Showcase.
**Q: Who is the strategic partner for RoboBusiness 2026?**
A: The event’s strategic partner is MassRobotics, the world’s largest independent robotics hub, which focuses on accelerating robotics innovation and commercialization.
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## Conclusion
RoboBusiness 2026 represents more than just a conference; it is a 20-year celebration of the commercial robotics industry’s ingenuity and perseverance. By bringing together a powerful lineup of speakers, exhibitors, and startups, the event provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore the latest advancements in technology and network with the key players shaping the future of robotics. With early registration discounts available now, it is the ideal time for developers, engineers, and business leaders to engage with the innovations driving the industry forward.
