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Vincent Vanhoucke
Google DeepMind robotics lead
Distinguished Engineer at Google DeepMind leading robotics. Public voice on the integration of large foundation models with embodied AI systems.
current Distinguished Engineer; Robotics lead, Google DeepMind
Strategy positions
Techno-optimismendorsestentative
Technology and markets solve risks faster than regulation creates themArgues foundation models will reshape robotics; embodied AI is a near-term frontier rather than far-future.
Foundation models are the new substrate for robotics. Specialised robotics-only models are likely to disappear.
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Record last updated 2026-04-25.