Friday, 1 May, 2026
Lachy Groom’s New Startup Aims to Build Universal Robot Brains
By TechShots Studio
Silicon Valley’s latest high-profile venture, Physical Intelligence, is developing a "universal brain" for robots to perform diverse physical tasks. Backed by Stripe veteran Lachy Groom and major tech investors, the startup focuses on foundation models that bring human-like dexterity to machines. By merging advanced AI with robotics, the company seeks to move beyond single-purpose automation.
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