A look at startups like General Intuition working on large action models, aka world models, which are trained on videogames and simulations, to pilot robots (Christopher Mims/Wall Street Journal)

Startups like General Intuition are developing large action models, also known as world models, to pilot robots. These models are trained using videogames and simulations, aiming to achieve for robotics what ChatGPT accomplished for writing and coding. Engineers and investors are increasingly focusing on these world models, recognizing their potential to revolutionize robotic capabilities.