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Hyundai Motor Group is committing KRW 50.5 trillion to future technologies, including plans for a new AI data center, a "Physical AI Application Center," and a dedicated robotics manufacturing and foundry facility.

In a recent interview, Atlas Product Management Lead Mario Bollini discusses the strategic shift to electric actuators, the embrace of reinforcement learning, and why the humanoid form factor is about turning physical challenges into software solutions.

In a new video, Boston Dynamics engineers explain the design philosophy behind the electric Atlas's three-fingered grippers, emphasizing a pragmatic balance of dexterity, reliability, and simplified complexity for real-world manipulation.

Boston Dynamics released a new video showcasing the all-electric Atlas humanoid performing a complex sequencing task in a warehouse-like setting. The demonstration highlights advancements in its dynamic perception, manipulation, and ability to adapt to unpredictable changes and recover from errors, as the company pushes towards 'physical intelligence'.

Recent Tesla Optimus videos have sparked discussion around robot foot design, specifically the role of articulated and actuated toes in enhancing humanoid agility and efficiency. A closer look reveals different approaches across the industry.