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Hugging Face is selling a cute $399 open source duck robot, Microduck

28 August 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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28 August 2026

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Robotics, Drones & UAV

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Fusion42 · 28 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Hugging Face has launched the Microduck, a $399 open-source duck-like robot that can be programmed using reinforcement learning. The compact robot wobbles, picks up objects, recovers from falls, and aims to democratise access to physical AI technology.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Robotics, Drones & UAV.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

The release of an affordable open-source robot means you can now build physical AI applications without heavy upfront costs or proprietary restrictions. This shifts the barrier for robotics innovation, especially if your startup focuses on reinforcement learning or physical AI demos.

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