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DeepMind-Boston Dynamics Gemini Robotics Partnership

Date: January 28, 2026
Company: Google
Category: Physical AI & Robotics

Narrative

Gemini Robotics foundation models integrated into Atlas humanoid. Deployment at Hyundai factory near Savannah, GA. First Google-Boston Dynamics collaboration since 2015.

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Reality

Integration demonstrated on 60 Minutes. VLA capabilities enable factory tasks. Marks reunion nearly decade after Google sold Boston Dynamics. Industrial deployment beginning.

Implication

Major foundation model + robotics convergence. Industrial-scale deployment starting. Google returns to robotics through AI, not just mechanics.

Tags

  • google
  • robotics
  • partnership