In this interview, John Collison interviews Kyle Vogt about his new venture, The Bot Company, which aims to create household robots. Vogt discusses the evolution of robotics, emphasizing the shift from repeatable to adaptable robots powered by neural networks. He addresses the challenges of home robotics, drawing parallels with self-driving cars and the importance of setting realistic expectations. Vogt also reflects on his experiences with Cruise, highlighting the significance of small, efficient teams and the drawbacks of selling companies to large corporations. He shares his views on the future of self-driving technology, regulatory hurdles, and the contrasting approaches of Tesla and Waymo.
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