Open-source humanoid robot and unusual VC bets
Asimov released an open-source DIY humanoid kit, and Thiel-backed startups Halter and Shinkei drew attention.
What we know
Asimov 1 is a 1.2 m, 35 kg humanoid with 25 powered joints, open hardware and SDK. An account on X highlights Founders Fund's $220M Halter round at a $2B valuation and the Shinkei fish-processing robots.
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