@BenjaminDEKR: Is Figure currently ahead of Tesla Optimus? Or is Tesla just being more quiet / secretive about their progress?
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The post discusses the competitive landscape between Figure and Tesla's Optimus robot, questioning if Figure is ahead or if Tesla is withholding updates.
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Is Figure currently ahead of Tesla Optimus?
Or is Tesla just being more quiet / secretive about their progress? https://t.co/HEONpAkxcA
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