Moonshots with Peter Diamandis A Humanoid Robot in Every Home? It's Closer Than You Think w/ Brett Adcock (at A360 2025) | EP #156
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Mar 17, 2025 Brett Adcock, a trailblazing technology entrepreneur and founder of Figure, reveals the exciting world of humanoid robots. He discusses their groundbreaking use in BMW factories and their potential to revolutionize home life in the near future. Adcock predicts that robotics is on the brink of its 'iPhone moment,' making advanced robots surprisingly affordable and capable. He also shares insights on the development of AI systems like Helix, aimed at simplifying household chores, such as dishwashing, paving the way for robots as everyday helpers.
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Humanoid Robots as AGI Deployment Vector
- Humanoid robots are the ultimate tool for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI).
- A mechanical human body allows AGI to interact with the physical world without relying on humans.
Rapid Iteration at Figure
- Figure shipped its first robot in 31 months, much faster than most companies.
- They iterate on hardware every 12-18 months, exceeding typical development cycles.
Vertical Integration Out of Necessity
- Vertically integrate your business when there's no existing supply chain for your product.
- Figure had to build everything in-house, from hardware to software, for humanoid robots.