Artly debuts mini Barista Bot at National Restaurant Association 2025 show

CHICAGO, May 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Artly has unveiled new upgrades to its fully automated robotic barista, the Barista Bot, at the National Restaurant Association 2025 show (NRA). The upgrades include a more compact mini version of the Barista Bot, now only 4ft x 4ft, a bigger refrigerator for increased storage, a customizable design on its countertops to better fit the décor in different settings, and improved learning ability that allows the bot to make even more beverages.

Automation and robotics in restaurants are prominent themes at this year's NRA, and there is hardly a more striking example than of the robotic arm on Artly's mini Barista Bot pouring intricate latte art.

Designed for coffee shops, event venues, and restaurants, Artly's Barista Bot is built on Artly's Vision-Language-Action (VLA) AI model. Trained using motion capture data provided by world-class baristas, the Barista Bot can already craft 28 hot and iced beverages by replicating the artist's movements, including intricate latte art. Continuous improvements to Barista Bot's learning ability will allow for even more menu options.

The Barista Bot has served nearly 1 million cups of coffee since its first model five years ago, has raised over $10 million in funding, and can be found in 15 cafe locations across the US and major expansion plans this year. The upgrades and customization made to the new mini Barista Bot model on display at NRA 2025 were designed to help expand locations by being more versatile and more applicable. This includes countertop options in white, walnut, or the original wood coloring.  

"With these new upgrades, Barista Bot is now able to serve more drinks to more customers, becoming a natural addition to cafes that not only better fits the café's aesthetics but serves, fast, consistent and top-quality coffee." said Yushan Chen, Chief Operating Officer of Artly. "Our mission is to share culinary artistry with everyone, and we invite NRA attendees to come by and experience it firsthand."

Visit Artly to see the Barista Bot and more in action at the National Restaurant Association Show 2025 at McCormick Place in Chicago, May 17-20, booth #8739.

About Artly

Founded in 2020, Artly has transformed the coffee industry by combining advanced AI with a deep appreciation for artisanal coffee. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, the company provides authentic specialty coffee experiences through its robotic baristas. Since its inception, Artly has already generated over $5 million in coffee revenue. With a client portfolio that includes Jump Trading, Microsoft, MUJI, Nvidia, and other leading brands, Artly is poised to lead the food and beverage automation market while preserving the craftsmanship and artistry behind every cup.

To learn more, visit artly.ai

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Artly debuts mini Barista Bot at National Restaurant Association 2025 show

TAIPEI, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GIGABYTE unveils a new vision for how people engage with artificial intelligence at CES 2026, taking place from January 6 to January 9. Under the theme "The World as Prompt," the company presents an immersive, AI-driven experience that brings together advanced laptop technologies, intelligent software, and human-centered interaction to explore new models of human-AI collaboration. 

Upon entering the experience, visitors generate a personalized AI digital twin that serves as a digital passport throughout the journey. This avatar connects participants to a series of interactive AI product experiences and ultimately generates a short mission highlight video as a personalized takeaway from their visit. 

Human-AI interaction comes to life through GIGABYTE RTX 50 series laptops and GiMATE, GIGABYTE's smart AI Mate. Through natural voice-based interaction, GiMATE adapts to different usage scenarios, from creative work and coding to productivity and entertainment, demonstrating how AI can respond intuitively to individual needs and lifestyles. Real-time AI processing and on-device AI workloads enable responsive interaction without relying on cloud-based systems. 

The experience also offers a closer look at how hardware design supports next-generation AI performance. GIGABYTE's WINDFORCE INFINITY EX thermal architecture allows visitors to visually explore the internal structure beneath the keyboard, illustrating how advanced cooling design helps sustain high-performance AI and GPU workloads. Newly introduced laptops, including the AERO X16 Copilot+ PC powered by AMD Ryzen™ AI 9 400 Series processors and NVIDIA^® RTX™ graphics, highlight GIGABYTE's vision of portable AI computing designed to move seamlessly between work, play, and creativity. 

The journey culminates with the AORUS MASTER 16 (2026), showcasing refined lightweight design, premium materials, and the return of an OLED display with a high refresh rate for immersive gaming and creation. AI-enhanced workflows, including AI-assisted coding powered by GiMATE, demonstrate how performance and intelligence converge on a single platform. 

Through its CES 2026 experience, GIGABYTE illustrates a future where AI moves beyond automation to become a creative collaborator, responding not only to commands, but to human expression. Visitors can experience GIGABYTE's Product Showcase at CES 2026, located at Venetian Expo, Level 3, Lido 3005.

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GIGABYTE Redefines Human-AI Interaction at CES 2026 with a Fully Immersive, Participatory Experience