Tesla Optimus robot appears to struggle with headset removal in viral video

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A video showing the Tesla Optimus robot appearing to have a VR headset removed by a human operator has gone viral on social media. The clip from a Miami demo shows the robot pausing, tipping bottles, and then reaching up as if a headset is being removed before falling over, sparking debate about human control versus AI autonomy. This incident highlights ongoing questions about AI development, with some users comparing it to "The Wizard of Oz" and others noting the uncanny human-like reactions displayed by the robot.


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