Exclusive: In the race for robot training data, ex-Meta researchers’ startup turns to gig workers with cameras

Former Meta researchers have launched Memories.ai, a gig-work platform that collects first-person video data to help train robots for tasks such as food preparation and equipment repair. The startup utilizes wearable cameras and Nvidia video tools to make everyday human experiences searchable for robotics developers. Companies including Figure and Physical Intelligence are also exploring POV video to improve embodied AI models. Open article →