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AI CURATED HOT STORY · 10/18/2026

OpenAI Confirms Humanoid Robot Plans, Altman Prioritizes AI 'Brain'

1 reports archived1 independent sourcesupdated 10/18/2026, 08:11:12
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed the company will build its own humanoid robots, emphasizing that developing the intelligent 'brain' is more critical than hardware form factors. A demo prototype is expected in 2027, with short-term goals focused on infrastructure assistance and long-term personal task completion. OpenAI currently lists 27 robot-related job openings covering motion control, custom actuators, and ML infrastructure.

LATEST/OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed the company will build its own humanoid robots, emphasizing that developing the intelligent 'brain' is more critical than hardware form factors. A demo prototype is expected in 2027, with short-term goals focused on infrastructure assistance and long-term personal task completion. OpenAI currently lists 27 robot-related job openings covering motion control, custom actuators, and ML infrastructure.

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  1. IT之家 · 智能时代T2·68 pts
    • OpenAI confirms it will manufacture humanoid robots but prioritizes developing the intelligent 'brain' over hardware aesthetics.
    • A compelling demo prototype is expected in 2027, with initial focus on assisting workers in infrastructure construction rather than home use.
    • Job listings reveal OpenAI is developing custom electromechanical actuators and hiring heavily for motion control and embodied AI training infrastructure.