Nov 15, 2018
Google is closing its Schaft robotics unit after failing to find a buyer
Google is closing its Schaft robotics unit after failing to find a buyer
Sad news for anyone into giant robots: Google parent Alphabet is closing down Schaft, its secretive unit that develops bipedal robots aimed at helping out in disaster efforts and generally looking badass.
The news was first reported by Nikkei, but Alphabet confirmed to TechCrunch that the business will be shuttered. It said it is helping staff find new roles, most of which will likely be outside…
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