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Melania Trump and AI-Powered Robot Named 'Figure 3' Open White House Summit

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According to the White House, 'Fostering the Future Together will make available to countries of the world advanced technology, including artificial intelligence (Al), to assist children, educators, and parents, while also protecting them from online dangers.'

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The inaugural 'Fostering the Future Together' summit highlights the integration of advanced humanoid robotics into high-level diplomatic and educational policy settings. While the event focuses on technological access and online safety for children, the public debut of the 'Figure 3' robot at the White House demonstrates rapid advancements in embodied AI capabilities. The global coalition mentioned suggests an emerging framework for international cooperation on AI distribution, though the current focus remains on social benefits rather than the mitigation of catastrophic or existential risks.

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1:14Melania Trump and AI powered robot named 'Figure 3' open White House summit – videoMelania Trump entered a White House event in lock step with an AI-powered robot at the opening of the inaugural Fostering the Future Together Global Coalition summit. At the summit, the first lady urged nations to work together to improve access to education and technology for children around the globe. The humanoid robot, 'Figure 3', welcomed attendees ahead of the first lady’s remarks.Explore more on these topicsAI (artificial intelligence)RobotsMelania Trump