A Figure 03 humanoid robot from Silicon Valley robotics company Figure AI appeared alongside First Lady Melania Trump at a White House‑hosted technology summit focused on empowering children through technology and education. The robot delivered opening remarks, demonstrated multilingual greetings, and was highlighted as a potential AI‑powered tutor that could adapt to a student’s pace, prior knowledge, and emotional state. Leaders from dozens of nations and major tech firms attended, while education officials emphasized AI as a priority for the Department of Education. The appearance sparked both enthusiasm for innovative learning tools and criticism from those wary of robots replacing human teachers. Read more →