These Robot Soldiers Are Getting Downright Terrifying
San Francisco company Foundation signed a $24 million contract with the Pentagon to develop humanoid combat robots. Its flagship Phantom MK1 robot is not yet armed, but the company has not ruled out installing weapons in the future.
- $24 million Pentagon contract for humanoid combat robots
- Phantom MK1 robot can carry up to 80 pounds (36 kg)
- About ten robots have been produced, including deliveries to the US Air Force
- CEO does not rule out arming the robots and using them in combat
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