Eric Trump-Backed Startup Uses AMD Chips for Humanoid Robots, Expands into Military Applications
Foundation Future Industries, a startup backed by Eric Trump, has partnered with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) to use Ryzen AI Embedded X100 Series processors in its Phantom MK-2 humanoid robots. These machines are being developed for both industrial and military applications, with the latter targeting tasks like materials handling and reconnaissance. The company plans to expand production significantly by opening a new factory capable of producing 5,000 units annually this October, followed by another facility next year that could scale output to 50,000 robots per year. Industrial customers will pay about $100,000 yearly for robot leases, while defense versions are priced at around $300,000 each. The military expansion has raised conflict-of-interest concerns due to the Trump family's involvement in multiple robotics and drone companies seeking government contracts during Donald Trump’s presidency. AMD is leveraging this partnership as part of its broader strategy into embedded AI for autonomous systems.
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