[San Francisco Bay, CA] – 1X announces the acquisition of Kind Humanoid, uniting two robotics teams with aligned visions to advance humanoid technology.
“It’s rare to find someone who is not just a powerhouse engineer but also completely aligned philosophically and strategically on how humanoids as products should take shape,” said Bernt Bornich, CEO of 1X. “Having Christoph join the 1X team here in the Bay will accelerate our path to a world full of humanoid robots."
Kind Humanoid’s unique expertise and culture complement 1X’s mission to create an abundance of labor through safe and intelligent humanoids. The relationship between the two newly joined companies is built on the foundational belief that humanoids need to be developed alongside humans-- living and learning among us.
“Joining 1X feels like the perfect next chapter for Kind Humanoid,” said Christoph Kohstall, CEO of Kind Humanoid. “From starting out in a small garage to now becoming part of a team that shares our belief in humanoids living and learning among us, this acquisition brings our vision closer to reality. Together, we can create robots that truly connect with people and make a difference where it matters most.”
About Kind Humanoid
Kind Humanoid is a Palo Alto-based robotics startup founded by Christoph Kohstall, a former scientist at Stanford and member of Google's robotics team. The company developed Mona, a bipedal humanoid robot designed for home use and to bring additional labor to fields such as healthcare. Operating from a small garage, the team brought together a deeply bio-inspired robot body with advanced Al and large language models developing a robot that can interact with and assist everyday people.
About 1X
1X is a leader in humanoid robotics, developing general-purpose robots designed to live and learn among humans in the home—an early step toward advancing physical intelligence. With a focus on safety, 1X is at the forefront of the next wave of robotics, offering products that are accessible and practical for everyday use. 1X’s mission is to create an abundance of labor through safe, intelligent humanoids that work alongside people
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