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The humanoid robot boom is here. These top Silicon Valley investors aren't buying it.
Humanoid robots are gaining attention in Silicon Valley's AI boom, but some investors argue non-humanoid designs like wheeled robots are more practical. Companies such as Genesis AI and Sunday Robotics focus on specialized forms, while critics like Ajay Agarwal question the efficiency of humanoid bodies.
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