Hottest toy for Christmas? Nvidia CEO plays with adorable Microduck robots, 20,000 sell
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A video of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang playing with Microduck robots during the GTC Berlin conference has gone viral, sparking massive consumer interest. The adorable robots, which can walk, sit, and perform somersaults on voice command, saw preorders exceed 20,000 units within a day of the demonstration. Produced by Pollen Robotics, these devices are now part of Nvidia following its acquisition of Hugging Face in September 2025. The Microducks were trained using Nvidia’s technology stack to transition from simulation to real-world movement, allowing owners to teach new tricks and share them with the community. With delivery expected before Christmas, analysts predict they could become the best-selling robot of the year, appealing to both children and adults. This lighthearted development contrasts with recent industry concerns regarding AI-related cyberattacks, highlighting the fun potential of the technology.
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