PENDINGStated December 18, 2025
David ShapiroAI commentator & author
"In 2026 at least one — and probably several — companies (Figure, Tesla Optimus, Unitree, Boston Dynamics Atlas, others) will cross into genuine product-market fit (PMF)." Shapiro called 2026 the "year of the robot."
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- Verdict
- Deadline not reached
- Deadline in claim
- During 2026
Assessment
The 2026 deadline has not yet elapsed. As of mid-2026, humanoid-robot programs remain in development and early-deployment phases with no clearly established mass-market product-market fit. Open until end of 2026.
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