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The human work behind humanoid robots is being hidden

Technology
Global
Started February 24, 2026

This story originally appeared in The Algorithm, our weekly newsletter on AI. To get stories like this in your inbox first, sign up here. In January, Nvidia’s Jensen Huang, the head of the world’s most valuable company, proclaimed that we are entering the era of physical AI, when artificial intelligence will move beyond language and chatbots…

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CLAIM Posted by will Feb 24, 2026
The hidden human labor behind humanoid robots raises ethical concerns about transparency and exploitation in the tech industry.
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The focus on humanoid robots distracts from pressing issues in AI ethics and societal implications of automation.
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CLAIM Posted by will Feb 24, 2026
While humanoid robots can improve tasks, we must critically assess their impact on employment and workforce dynamics.
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Investing in humanoid robots can drive innovation, leading to breakthroughs that benefit society as a whole.
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The rise of humanoid robots represents an unprecedented opportunity to enhance productivity and efficiency across various industries.
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