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The open-source robotics startup has laid off most of its team and is refunding deposits, with its CEO citing a failure to find a lead investor for mass production. In a final move, the company is releasing all hardware and software designs to the public.

The open-source robotics startup released a new video demonstrating its K-Bot humanoid being controlled in real-time by a VR-equipped operator, showcasing impressive stability and fluid, low-latency movement.

The open-source robotics startup has shipped its first developer-focused humanoid robot, the K-Bot, marking a key milestone. Early demand appears strong, with the company reporting that its second batch of orders has also sold out.