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Yahoo
04-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
OpenMind wants to be the Android operating system of humanoid robots
Many companies are focused on building robots, or the hardware components to help them move, grip objects, or interact with the world around them, Silicon Valley-based OpenMind is focused under the hood. OpenMind is building a software layer, OM1, for humanoid robots that acts as an operating system. The company compares itself to being the Android for robotics because its software is open and hardware agnostic. Stanford professor Jan Liphardt, the founder of OpenMind, told TechCrunch that humanoids and other robots have been around and able to do repetitive tasks for decades. But now that humanoids are being developed for use cases that require more human-to-machine interactions, like having a humanoid in your home, they need a new operating system that thinks more like a human. 'All of a sudden, this world is opening where machines are able to interact with humans in ways I've certainly never before seen,' Liphardt said. 'We're very much believers here that it's not just about the humans, but we really think of ourselves as a company that is a collaboration between machines and humans.' OpenMind unveiled on Monday a new protocol called FABRIC that allows robots to verify identity and share context and information with other robots. Unlike humans, machines can learn almost instantly, Liphardt said, which means giving them a better way to connect to other robots will allow them to more easily train and absorb new information. Liphardt gave the example of languages and how robots could connect to each other and share data on how to speak different languages, which would help them better interact with more people without having to be taught each language by a human directly. 'Humans take it for granted that they can interact with any other human on Earth,' Liphardt said. 'Humans have built a lot of infrastructure around us that allows us to trust other people, call them, text them and interact and coordinate and do things together. Machines, of course, are going to be no different.' OpenMind was founded in 2024 and is gearing up to ship its first fleet of 10 OM1-powered robotic dogs by September. Liphardt said that he's a big believer in getting the tech out there and iterating on it after the fact. 'We full well expect all the humans that will be hosting these quadrupeds, they'll come back with a long list of things they didn't like or they want, and then it's up to us to very, very quickly iterate and improve the machines,' he said. The company also recently raised a $20 million funding round led by Pantera Capital with participation from Ribbit, Coinbase Ventures, and Pebblebed, among other strategic investors and angel investors. Now, the company is focused on getting its tech into people's homes and starting to iterate on the product. 'The most important thing for us is to get robots out there and to get feedback,' Liphardt said. 'Our goal as a company is to do as many of these tests as we can, so that we can very rapidly identify the most interesting opportunities where the capabilities of the robots today are optimally matched against what humans are looking for.' Sign in to access your portfolio
TechCrunch
04-08-2025
- Business
- TechCrunch
OpenMind wants to be the Android operating system of humanoid robots
Many companies are focused on building robots, or the hardware components to help them move, grip objects, or interact with the world around them, Silicon Valley-based OpenMind is focused under the hood. OpenMind is building a software layer, OM1, for humanoid robots that acts as an operating system. The company compares itself to being the Android for robotics because its software is open and hardware agnostic. Stanford professor Jan Liphardt, the founder of OpenMind, told TechCrunch that humanoids and other robots have been around and able to do repetitive tasks for decades. But now that humanoids are being developed for use cases that require more human-to-machine interactions, like having a humanoid in your home, they need a new operating system that thinks more like a human. 'All of a sudden, this world is opening where machines are able to interact with humans in ways I've certainly never before seen,' Liphardt said. 'We're very much believers here that it's not just about the humans, but we really think of ourselves as a company that is a collaboration between machines and humans.' OpenMind unveiled on Monday a new protocol called FABRIC that allows robots to verify identity and share context and information with other robots. Unlike humans, machines can learn almost instantly, Liphardt said, which means giving them a better way to connect to other robots will allow them to more easily train and absorb new information. Liphardt gave the example of languages and how robots could connect to each other and share data on how to speak different languages, which would help them better interact with more people without having to be taught each language by a human directly. Techcrunch event Tech and VC heavyweights join the Disrupt 2025 agenda Netflix, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Sequoia Capital — just a few of the heavy hitters joining the Disrupt 2025 agenda. They're here to deliver the insights that fuel startup growth and sharpen your edge. Don't miss the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch Disrupt, and a chance to learn from the top voices in tech — grab your ticket now and save up to $675 before prices rise. Tech and VC heavyweights join the Disrupt 2025 agenda Netflix, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Sequoia Capital — just a few of the heavy hitters joining the Disrupt 2025 agenda. They're here to deliver the insights that fuel startup growth and sharpen your edge. Don't miss the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch Disrupt, and a chance to learn from the top voices in tech — grab your ticket now and save up to $675 before prices rise. San Francisco | REGISTER NOW 'Humans take it for granted that they can interact with any other human on Earth,' Liphardt said. 'Humans have built a lot of infrastructure around us that allows us to trust other people, call them, text them and interact and coordinate and do things together. Machines, of course, are going to be no different.' OpenMind was founded in 2024 and is gearing up to ship its first fleet of 10 OM1-powered robotic dogs by September. Liphardt said that he's a big believer in getting the tech out there and iterating on it after the fact. 'We full well expect all the humans that will be hosting these quadrupeds, they'll come back with a long list of things they didn't like or they want, and then it's up to us to very, very quickly iterate and improve the machines,' he said. The company also recently raised a $20 million funding round led by Pantera Capital with participation from Ribbit, Coinbase Ventures, and Pebblebed, among other strategic investors and angel investors. Now, the company is focused on getting its tech into people's homes and starting to iterate on the product. 'The most important thing for us is to get robots out there and to get feedback,' Liphardt said. 'Our goal as a company is to do as many of these tests as we can, so that we can very rapidly identify the most interesting opportunities where the capabilities of the robots today are optimally matched against what humans are looking for.'
New York Post
02-08-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Humanoid robot strolls NYC, tries on sneakers and freaks out New Yorkers
Famously unfazed New Yorkers were rattled by this robot. The humanoid stunned passersby as it strutted through Midtown — grabbing hot dogs, trying on sneakers and racking up viral attention in a wild promo stunt. The KOID-branded bot, priced around $100,000, was rolled out last week by global asset management firm KraneShares to promote its Global Humanoid and Embodied Intelligence Index ETF, which launched in June after the bot rang the Nasdaq opening bell. 5 Reactions ranged from excitement to fear as KOID rolled through Midtown — drawing stares, laughs and plenty of phone cameras. Courtesy of Jon Demske 'I feel like I was witnessing firsthand . . . the first lightbulb or the first car,' said Joseph Dube, head of marketing at KraneShares. 'People were amazed. Some people were terrified. It was a major mixed bag of reactions.' During the stunt, the bot marched down Fifth Avenue, posed for selfies and casually walked into a Hoka store — where stunned employees helped it try on sneakers. The whole scene was orchestrated by content creator Ben Sweeney, who filmed for the @NewYorkers social media account while interviewing passersby. The clips exploded online, some racking up more than 100,000 likes. 5 The KOID robot rolled into a Hoka store on Fifth Ave like any other customer, where employees laced it up with sneakers as stunned shoppers looked on. Courtesy of Jon Demske 'To mess with humanity . . . y'all gotta stop. Satan, I rebuke you to hell,' one man on the street shouted. 'How much am I getting paid, and how much is the robot getting paid?' another asked. 'It's going to happen,' a woman said when asked about a potential robot takeover. 5 Mid-mission, KOID paused for a New York rite of passage — a hot dog from a cart vendor — before continuing on his walk. Courtesy of Jon Demske Others were more optimistic. One blind man called the tech 'wonderful,' noting it could help people who can't have guide dogs due to allergies or other limitations. 'I mean, I would love for it to clean my house,' another passerby said. 5 KOID rang the Nasdaq opening bell in June, part of a flashy rollout for KraneShares' AI and robotics ETF that had the machine next to execs in suits. Courtesy of Jon Demske Built by Chinese robotics firm Unitree and supplied by Long Island-based RoboStore, KOID runs on Stanford's OpenMind software. It was remote-controlled during the walk but is fully programmable and already used in research labs and universities, Dube said. Since launch, KraneShares says the ETF has drawn in $28 million. 5 Though lifelike in its movements, KOID wasn't thinking for itself. Engineers used Stanford's OpenMind software to steer it via remote during its Midtown strut. Courtesy of Jon Demske 'At some point these robots will be so common that it's not going to have the wow factor that it currently has,' Dube said. 'We're definitely taking advantage of a moment in time.' The Morgan Stanley Global Humanoid Model projects that there could be 1 billion humanoids and $5 trillion in annual revenue by 2050.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Former MONSTA X member Wonho opens up about new music, upcoming album, and more—deets inside!
Former MONSTA X member Wonho has been on a roll ever since he began his journey as a solo artist. The idol has released some major hits like 'Losing You,' 'Don't Regret,' and 'Open Mind,' and has now come back with his latest single, 'Better Than Me. ' Wonho recently talked about the meaning behind his songs and how everything has been in his career so far. Wonho talks about new music In an interview with The Rolling Stone India, Wonho talked about his latest single, 'Better Than Me,' and what it means for him and the fans. He revealed that the song is his way of addressing his fans who stayed with him through thick and thin. He shared that 'It's a message to my fans who believed in me and waited for me. The line 'No one does it better than me' is not just about self-confidence—it's a declaration that no one can love and protect Wenee the way I do. ' 'The line 'I'll give you forever, so take all the time you need' is something I truly wanted to express to them,' he added. In its essence, according to the idol, the song represents how no matter what has happened in life, his feelings have not changed about them. As for the inspiration, the idol revealed that old 2000s boy bands like NSync and Backstreet Boys were the main point of how the English track came to be. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo He also shared that he wished to mix nostalgia with modern art for the single. 'The emotional melodies paired with rhythmic beats blend the nostalgic energy of early boy bands with today's pop sensibilities,' he shared. The idol teases and hints at the upcoming album Wonho also talked about his upcoming album, sharing how he wanted to explore new and different genres for the new album to showcase a new side of himself. He also added that 'From emotional ballads to high-energy performance tracks, this project reveals many sides of me.' While talking about transitioning into his solo career While addressing the challenges he faced after debuting as a solo artist a year after he departed from MONSTA X, Wonho shared that he had to remain strong. He shared that 'believing in myself' has been the first and foremost idea behind surviving. He also talked about how the years of experience and challenges have helped him build his skills and stamina. 'That process helped me become stronger on the inside, and now I feel like I can express my thoughts and emotions more honestly through my music. This album naturally reflects that growth,' he also added.
Associated Press
26-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
The first Humanoid Robot Presses the Button at NASDAQ to Launch First AI-Native Curriculum for U.S. Classrooms
NEW YORK, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a landmark moment for education and technology, this Wednesday a humanoid robot powered by OpenMind 's OM1, the world's first open-source, AI-native operating system for robots, pressed the button to celebrate an ETF listing on the NASDAQ. The symbolic gesture marks the first time a robot has participated in a financial product launch on behalf of both a technology platform and an educational initiative. The event is the result of a collaboration between OpenMind and Robostore, the largest U.S. distributor of Unitree robots, and signals the beginning of a new era where intelligent machines play a direct role in both financial innovation and real-world education. As part of this partnership, OpenMind and Robostore are proud to announce the rollout of the first widely adopted educational curriculum for the Unitree G1 humanoid robot across K–12 public schools in the United States. The curriculum is designed to be platform-agnostic and adaptable to various robotic form factors, offering students hands-on experience with real-world robotics and AI applications. 'Robots are becoming collaborators in our classrooms, co-workers in our industries, and contributors to our economy,' said Jan Liphardt, Founder and CEO at OpenMind. 'By bringing robotics education to public schools at scale, we're helping students not just use AI, but shape its future.' The curriculum combines foundational STEM concepts with AI programming, applied mechanics, and ethics in human-machine interaction. This collaboration lays the foundation for a scalable, inclusive robotics education infrastructure that aligns with national goals around AI leadership, workforce development, and technological equity. About OpenMind: OpenMind is building the decentralized architecture for intelligent machines to think, collaborate, and act across hybrid environments. OM1 is an open-source operating system for modular robotics. FABRIC is a decentralized network for robot identity, communication, and coordination. Together, they provide the foundation for safe, governable, and interoperable robots. OpenMind enables developers and researchers to build intelligent, networked machines that move fluidly between the physical and digital worlds. Contact: Paige Xu Head of Growth [email protected]A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
