Physical AI: What's Working (and What Still Breaks)
- WHO IT IS FOR: Robotics engineers, AI researchers, and tech enthusiasts curious about the intersection of software and the physical world.
- WHAT IT IS ABOUT: An exploration of the current state of Physical AI, focusing on the integration of perception, simulation, and hardware.
- FORMAT: An evening of live technical demonstrations followed by an expert panel and audience Q&A.
Join Rally SF and Niantic Spatial at the Ferry Building for an inside look at the current state of Physical AI. While most labs and startups specialize in only one part of the stack—such as perception, mapping, or hardware—this event brings the entire ecosystem together. Experience live demos of robots and real-world foundation models, each paired with a plain-English breakdown of how the technology works and where its current limits lie.
Following the demonstrations, the experts will take the stage for a deep-dive panel discussion. The conversation will tackle the critical challenges facing the industry today, including sim-to-real gaps, missing datasets, and common failure modes. Whether you are a professional builder or a curious newcomer, you'll gain a realistic perspective on what is actually working in physical AI and what still needs to be solved.