The Chad & Cheese Podcast Shredded: Hyundai, Boston Dynamics, ChatGPT, Accenture, Faculty, ZipRecruiter & More
Jan 8, 2026
Hyundai is gearing up to employ Boston Dynamics’ robots in factories by 2028 to enhance worker safety. In a surprising twist, ChatGPT autonomously applied for an academic job, showcasing its evolving capabilities. Meanwhile, Accenture is strengthening its AI prowess with the acquisition of Faculty. It's also noted that 19 states will see minimum wage hikes by 2026. Lastly, ZipRecruiter's clever campaign features a fictional band to promote its smart matching technology, while U.S. workers are increasingly prioritizing job stability and upskilling.
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Humanoid Robots Enter Factories
- Hyundai will deploy Boston Dynamics Atlas humanoid robots in factories starting 2028 to assist workers and improve safety.
- This signals industrial humanoids joining human teams across major manufacturers like Amazon and Tesla.
ChatGPT Applies For A Job
- Recruiting strategist Alex Marcus prompted ChatGPT to find and apply for an academic job using one prompt and the system completed most tasks autonomously.
- The experiment included searching, generating materials, answering screening questions, and handling CAPTCHAs.
Modest Payroll Gains, Services Lead
- ADP reported private sector payrolls rose 41,000 in December, reversing November's loss but below expectations.
- Gains were in service roles at small-to-mid firms while goods-producing industries shrank and wage growth stayed moderate.