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X/Twitter

X, formerly known as Twitter, is a social media platform founded in 2006 and rebranded by Elon Musk in 2023 after his acquisition of the company. The platform focuses on real-time communication and user-generated content through short posts called “tweets,” now referred to as “posts.” Under the X brand, Musk has positioned it as an “everything app,” expanding its scope to include video, payments, and creator monetization. X continues to play a central role in digital communication, political discourse, and online media, while integrating AI and automation features to enhance user engagement.

Figure AI, Agility Robotics Cross Swords as US Humanoid Race Heats Up

November 17, 2025November 8, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Figure AI vs Agility Robotics

Tension between two of the perceived leaders in the humanoid robotics race just revealed itself publicly.

Robots That Refuse to Die: Skild AI’s Unsettling ‘One Brain’ Demo

November 2, 2025September 26, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Skild AI Amputates Robotic Dog Legs

The well-funded startup Skild AI says its universal robot brain turns crippled machines into survivors.

Viral Unitree Robot Demo Prompts Bold Reply from Elon Musk

November 2, 2025September 25, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Unitree viral demo and Tesla Optimus

Viral footage of a Chinese humanoid robot showing off its resilience recently caught the attention of Elon Musk, who insists Tesla’s next-generation Optimus can outdo it.

Can Salesforce + Tesla Optimus Upend the Future of Work?

November 3, 2025September 5, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Salesforce x Tesla Optimus

The CEO of Salesforce is going viral for his victory lap over replacing thousands of his employees with AI agents.

The Social Network’s Impact Still Unfolding as Zuckerberg Chases Superintelligence

May 5, 2026July 15, 2025 by Mike Kalil
The Social Network (2010) Legacy

When The Social Network hit theaters, executives at Facebook (now Meta) feared it could derail the company’s meteoric rise.

Hugging Face’s $299 Desktop Humanoid Demand Exceeds Expectations

April 8, 2026July 12, 2025 by Mike Kalil
User programs Hugging Face's Reachy Mini desktop humanoid robot

The barrier to AI-powered humanoid robotics just reached a new low.

China Bans ‘Frankenstein’ Bride as Infamous Scientist Stages Comeback

June 14, 2026May 31, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Cathy Tie and Dr. Jiankui He

They call him China’s Frankenstein, which would make her the Bride of Frankenstein. Only she’s not allowed in China, and he’s not allowed to leave it.

K-Scale Labs Disrupts Silicon Valley with Low-Cost, Open-Source AI Robots

March 26, 2026May 21, 2025 by Mike Kalil
K-Bot humanoid robot by K-Scale Labs from Palo Alto

Just a year after its launch, Palo Alto-based K-Scale Labs is already ruffling feathers in the robotics world.

Tesla Bot Demos Dance Capabilities for Saudi Crown Prince, President Trump

November 2, 2025May 15, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Tesla Bot in Saudi Arabia illustration

Tesla shared new demo footage of a Tesla Bot showcasing its improved agility during a short dance routine.

Malfunction or Skynet? Robot Goes Berserk in Leaked Chinese Lab Footage

November 2, 2025May 4, 2025 by Mike Kalil
AI-powered humanoid robot goes berserk in leaked Chinese lab footage

Footage making the rounds on social media shows an AI-powered humanoid robot having a startling meltdown without warning.

Figure AI CEO Calls Fortune’s Article ‘Downright Lies,’ Threatens Lawsuit

November 2, 2025April 25, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Figure 02 robot takes the stand

Figure AI founder Brett Adcock is threatening to sue Fortune over claims that the startup overstated what its robots are actually doing at BMW’s Spartanburg factory.

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