tech
February 26, 2026
Google takes control of ‘Android of robotics’ project in quest for physical AI
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TL;DR
- Google is folding its AI robotics venture, Intrinsic, into the main company.
- Intrinsic was an independent unit within Alphabet's Other Bets division for five years.
- The move signifies Google's increased focus on physical AI and integrating experimental projects.
- Intrinsic aims to simplify robot programming, teaching, and operation.
- Intrinsic will remain a distinct group within Google and will work with Google DeepMind.
- It will utilize Google's Gemini AI models and cloud resources.
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