Overview

• Vulcan, Amazon's new robot, uses AI and force-feedback sensors to handle 75% of warehouse items with human-like precision and care.
• The robot is currently deployed at fulfillment centers in Spokane, Washington, and Hamburg, Germany, with plans for broader U.S. and European rollouts by 2026.
• Amazon emphasizes Vulcan's role in reducing physically demanding tasks for workers, improving safety, and operating alongside human employees.
• The company has invested $1.2 billion since 2019 to upskill 350,000 employees, preparing them for higher-skilled roles in robotics and technology.
• Concerns persist over potential job displacement, particularly for low-skilled and temporary workers, as automation becomes more prevalent in logistics.