Tesla unveils the second generation of its Optimus robot. As well as cars, the company is also building a human-like robot that one day might be able to perform many tasks. In a short video, Tesla shows the new Optimus Gen 2, whose design is now closer to the original vision. The robot now has Tesla-developed actuators and sensors, faster and more capable hands with tactile sensors, a 30% faster walking speed, lower overall weight, and an articulated neck.

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Max is managing editor at THE DECODER. As a trained philosopher, he deals with consciousness, AI, and the question of whether machines can really think or just pretend to.
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