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Decision BriefThe VergeThu, 30 Jul 2026 17:18:45 GMT2026-07-30

Google DeepMind’s new AI model can control a robot’s entire body

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Google DeepMind says the latest version of its Gemini Robotics AI model can "control entire humanoid robots." While the previous model focused on controlling a humanoid robot's upper body, Gemini Robotics 2 now supports "whole-body motions" ranging from its feet to fingertips, according to an announ

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