Relentless #51 - Bernt Bornich, Founder & CEO of 1X
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Sep 28, 2025 
Bernt Bornich, Founder and CEO of 1X, is at the forefront of creating humanoid robots for homes. He shares insights on how his Scandinavian design background shapes softer, relatable robots. The conversation delves into user attachment to robots, spontaneous interactions, and the challenges of real-world deployment. Bernt discusses balancing safety, affordability, and functionality, while exploring emotional bonds between humans and robots. His vision is to transform mundane tasks into engaging interactions, allowing people to focus on what truly matters.
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First Robot Felt Like Another Kid
- The first robot at home felt like getting another kid who caused trouble and strange nighttime noises.
- Living with prototypes surfaces unexpected, vivid experiences that shape product choices.
Relatable Design Over Dark Sci‑Fi
- Bernt ties Scandinavian design sensibility and childhood fascination to making relatable, soft humanoids.
- He rejects dark sci-fi aesthetics in favor of approachable embodiments for daily life.
Use The Product Yourself Every Day
- Live with the product daily and use it in real homes to catch issues early.
- Insist on core principles: safety, capability, and affordability without compromising them.
