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A Figure 03 humanoid robot from Silicon Valley robotics company Figure AI appeared alongside First Lady Melania Trump at a White House‑hosted technology summit focused on empowering children through technology and education. The robot delivered opening remarks, demonstrated multilingual greetings, and was highlighted as a potential AI‑powered tutor that could adapt to a student’s pace, prior knowledge, and emotional state. Leaders from dozens of nations and major tech firms attended, while education officials emphasized AI as a priority for the Department of Education. The appearance sparked both enthusiasm for innovative learning tools and criticism from those wary of robots replacing human teachers. Weiterlesen

A lawsuit filed by former safety engineer Robert Gruendel alleges that Figure AI's Figure 02 humanoid robot is capable of exerting force sufficient to fracture a human skull, and that he was dismissed after raising safety concerns. Figure AI denies the claim, attributing his termination to poor performance. Meanwhile, a demonstration by Chinese robotics firm Engine AI saw its CEO knocked to the ground by the company's T800 robot, raising questions about the strength and safety of such machines. Both events highlight growing scrutiny over the risks associated with advanced humanoid robots. Weiterlesen

Figure AI introduced its newest humanoid robot, Figure 03, showcasing a softer mesh exterior, fully articulated fabric‑covered hands with palm cameras, and tactile sensors. The robot demonstrated household tasks such as collecting plates, sweeping debris, folding shirts, and loading a dishwasher, while moving at a cautious 2.6 mph and operating for about five hours per charge. Powered by OpenAI models and Nvidia robotics stacks, Figure 03 relies on generative AI for vision‑language‑action capabilities. Although highlighted as a Time Magazine Best Innovation, the company gave no timeline for home delivery and suggested a price in the tens of thousands of dollars. Weiterlesen