Loading video...

Video Failed to Load

There was a problem loading this video. This could be due to a temporary network issue or the video might be unavailable.

Physical AI is moving quickly, with advances in models, hardware, and computing opening up new possibilities for robotics and autonomous systems. In our latest episode of Builders, Josh Coyne and "Leigh Marie" Braswell sit down with RJ Scaringe, founder and CEO of Rivian and Mind Robotics, and Rivian SVP... show more

Kleiner Perkins

305,155 subscribers

14,005 views • 5 days ago •via X (Twitter)

Finance Science & Technology

Anya Rossi• Live Now

Private livecam show

3 Comments

Nate Williams5 days ago

@josh_coyne @LM_Braswell @RJScaringe @Rivian This was really good, I like the series. Would love to see a bridge-back epi to KPCB historicals like Bloom, Nest, or old school Tandem/Compaq/Sun and let KR, Tony, etc bridge longitudinally from then to now (like 9:00, great takes 🦾)

Kevin Melnuk5 days ago

@josh_coyne @LM_Braswell @RJScaringe @Rivian @Rivian @Rivian_DD

David4 days ago

@josh_coyne @LM_Braswell @RJScaringe @Rivian Fascinating conversation

Related Videos

Our new Enhanced Highway Assist is just the beginning. RJ Scaringe rides with VP for Autonomy & AI, James Philbin, to talk about the scalable autonomy platform introduced in Gen 2 Rivian vehicles. How will Rivian get to higher levels of autonomy? It starts with a state-of-the-art, in-house, multimodal perception stack that’s trained using advanced machine learning techniques. The Rivian Autonomy Platform is architected to scale and designed to add capabilities over time. Listen as RJ and James discuss the road ahead for autonomy at Rivian:

Our new Enhanced Highway Assist is just the beginning. RJ Scaringe rides with VP for Autonomy & AI, James Philbin, to talk about the scalable autonomy platform introduced in Gen 2 Rivian vehicles. How will Rivian get to higher levels of autonomy? It starts with a state-of-the-art, in-house, multimodal perception stack that’s trained using advanced machine learning techniques. The Rivian Autonomy Platform is architected to scale and designed to add capabilities over time. Listen as RJ and James discuss the road ahead for autonomy at Rivian:

Rivian

84,923 views • 1 year ago

Rivian CEO and founder RJ Scaringe says the company's supply chain is "healthy" and keeping up with production

Rivian CEO and founder RJ Scaringe says the company's supply chain is "healthy" and keeping up with production

Bloomberg TV

103,399 views • 3 years ago

Meet the Rivian Autonomy Processor. Fast, smart, scalable and purpose-built for autonomous driving and the world of physical AI. Hitting the open road in 2026.

Meet the Rivian Autonomy Processor. Fast, smart, scalable and purpose-built for autonomous driving and the world of physical AI. Hitting the open road in 2026.

Rivian

47,614 views • 11 months ago

"We continue to evolve our flagship R1 vehicles, offering quality and performance without compromise. Our revamped R1S and R1T push the technical boundaries further, creating our most capable products to date.” - RJ Scaringe, Rivian CEO and founder Meet the new R1. More capable, more refined, and ready for more adventures.

"We continue to evolve our flagship R1 vehicles, offering quality and performance without compromise. Our revamped R1S and R1T push the technical boundaries further, creating our most capable products to date.” - RJ Scaringe, Rivian CEO and founder Meet the new R1. More capable, more refined, and ready for more adventures.

Rivian

84,000 views • 2 years ago

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe says “within the next five years the vast majority of drives can be, and should be, autonomous.”

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe says “within the next five years the vast majority of drives can be, and should be, autonomous.”

Chief Nerd

29,891 views • 5 months ago

Physical AI is here and it’s scaling fast. 👏 From simulation of robotics and autonomous systems, a full stack of advanced libraries is powering the next generation of intelligent, real-world machines. Watch the #NVIDIAGTC montage: Catch up on all Physical AI Days sessions:

Physical AI is here and it’s scaling fast. 👏 From simulation of robotics and autonomous systems, a full stack of advanced libraries is powering the next generation of intelligent, real-world machines. Watch the #NVIDIAGTC montage: Catch up on all Physical AI Days sessions:

NVIDIA Omniverse

12,576 views • 7 months ago

Physical AI is here—the next wave of AI and the foundation of the next industrial revolution. NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang outlines the full stack making it possible: Cosmos and Omniverse to develop physical AI in virtual worlds, Isaac and Newton where robots learn skills in physics-simulated gyms, and Jetson robotics computers where their intelligence runs. Together with Japan’s robotics and manufacturing leaders, NVIDIA is creating a new era of industrial automation.

Physical AI is here—the next wave of AI and the foundation of the next industrial revolution. NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang outlines the full stack making it possible: Cosmos and Omniverse to develop physical AI in virtual worlds, Isaac and Newton where robots learn skills in physics-simulated gyms, and Jetson robotics computers where their intelligence runs. Together with Japan’s robotics and manufacturing leaders, NVIDIA is creating a new era of industrial automation.

NVIDIA

135,378 views • 3 months ago

FULL INTERVIEW: travis kalanick joins TBPN to discuss his new company Atoms, physical AI, Uber, and more: 01:18 - Why he's been building in stealth for 8 years 04:32 - Atoms and the future of physical AI 08:10 - Creating a culture of builders 12:05 - Lessons from Uber 24:30 - The vision for physical AI and robotics 31:15 - Why humans will be the main beneficiaries of AI 38:20 - Mining, autonomous robots, automation 47:05 - Why Travis moved to Texas

FULL INTERVIEW: travis kalanick joins TBPN to discuss his new company Atoms, physical AI, Uber, and more: 01:18 - Why he's been building in stealth for 8 years 04:32 - Atoms and the future of physical AI 08:10 - Creating a culture of builders 12:05 - Lessons from Uber 24:30 - The vision for physical AI and robotics 31:15 - Why humans will be the main beneficiaries of AI 38:20 - Mining, autonomous robots, automation 47:05 - Why Travis moved to Texas

TBPN

628,144 views • 8 months ago

We opened our Rivian South Coast Theater with an evening of storytelling featuring “Long Way Up” director David Alexanian, architect James McGrath, the 2023 Rebelle Rally winners, and filmmaker Ben Moon in conversation with RJ Scaringe. Watch here:

We opened our Rivian South Coast Theater with an evening of storytelling featuring “Long Way Up” director David Alexanian, architect James McGrath, the 2023 Rebelle Rally winners, and filmmaker Ben Moon in conversation with RJ Scaringe. Watch here:

Rivian

28,909 views • 2 years ago

DoorDash expects to need more Dashers as autonomous delivery scales. On the latest episode of The Frontier, Andy Fang discusses how DoorDash is applying AI across its business, its investments in robotics and autonomous delivery, and what happens when AI agents can take action in the physical world. We also got into why frontier models still struggle with real enterprise workflows, even when they perform well on benchmarks. Watch the full conversation ⬇️

DoorDash expects to need more Dashers as autonomous delivery scales. On the latest episode of The Frontier, Andy Fang discusses how DoorDash is applying AI across its business, its investments in robotics and autonomous delivery, and what happens when AI agents can take action in the physical world. We also got into why frontier models still struggle with real enterprise workflows, even when they perform well on benchmarks. Watch the full conversation ⬇️

Brendan (can/do)

27,264 views • 9 days ago

The CEO of Generative Bionics, Daniele Pucci, shares his perspective on the future of robotics in a conversation with Salil Raje, SVP and GM of the AMD Embedded business, and Kirk Saban, CVP of Embedded Products, Software and Solutions. Together, they discuss the evolving role of physical AI and the technologies needed to support it. Watch here to learn more:

The CEO of Generative Bionics, Daniele Pucci, shares his perspective on the future of robotics in a conversation with Salil Raje, SVP and GM of the AMD Embedded business, and Kirk Saban, CVP of Embedded Products, Software and Solutions. Together, they discuss the evolving role of physical AI and the technologies needed to support it. Watch here to learn more:

AMD

29,571 views • 23 days ago

80% of the world’s economy exists in the physical world. AI has barely touched it. Niantic Spatial is building real-world foundation models that give AI the spatial intelligence to understand, navigate, and interact with 3D environments. From robotics and autonomous systems to machine-readable cities, #PhysicalAI could unlock an entirely new layer of the global economy. As CEO Inhi Cho Suh puts it: “We’re just getting started.” #WorldModels #SpatialAI #Robotics #AI

80% of the world’s economy exists in the physical world. AI has barely touched it. Niantic Spatial is building real-world foundation models that give AI the spatial intelligence to understand, navigate, and interact with 3D environments. From robotics and autonomous systems to machine-readable cities, #PhysicalAI could unlock an entirely new layer of the global economy. As CEO Inhi Cho Suh puts it: “We’re just getting started.” #WorldModels #SpatialAI #Robotics #AI

Niantic Spatial 🌎

24,645 views • 2 months ago

“We are really excited to be producing R2 for our customers. The vehicle is incredible – it’s the result of all the hard work and dedication of the Rivian team. I can’t wait for customers to experience R2!” - RJ Scaringe Read more:

“We are really excited to be producing R2 for our customers. The vehicle is incredible – it’s the result of all the hard work and dedication of the Rivian team. I can’t wait for customers to experience R2!” - RJ Scaringe Read more:

Rivian

81,268 views • 6 months ago

What’s next in robotics starts with physical AI. 🤖 By combining decades of machine data with AI, simulation, and digital twins, leaders like AGIBOT, FRANKA ROBOTICS, CaterpillarInc, and PlusAI are scaling intelligent machines across industries and redefining what robots can do in the physical world. Watch the full video 📹

What’s next in robotics starts with physical AI. 🤖 By combining decades of machine data with AI, simulation, and digital twins, leaders like AGIBOT, FRANKA ROBOTICS, CaterpillarInc, and PlusAI are scaling intelligent machines across industries and redefining what robots can do in the physical world. Watch the full video 📹

NVIDIA Robotics

39,481 views • 8 months ago

AI in Motion: Autonomous Driving and Real-World Systems Live from NVIDIA GTC 2026, our correspondent Robert Scoble Robert Scoble is on the expo floor where AI is moving from theory into real-world applications—spanning robotics, AI infrastructure, and autonomous driving. The trend is clear: AI is rapidly expanding into robotics, intelligent manufacturing, and autonomous systems. Watch our Day 2 field report and stay with us as we continue exploring the future of AI. #AI #GTC2026 #Robotics #AutonomousDriving #NVIDIA

AI in Motion: Autonomous Driving and Real-World Systems Live from NVIDIA GTC 2026, our correspondent Robert Scoble Robert Scoble is on the expo floor where AI is moving from theory into real-world applications—spanning robotics, AI infrastructure, and autonomous driving. The trend is clear: AI is rapidly expanding into robotics, intelligent manufacturing, and autonomous systems. Watch our Day 2 field report and stay with us as we continue exploring the future of AI. #AI #GTC2026 #Robotics #AutonomousDriving #NVIDIA

China Asset Management

62,948 views • 8 months ago

Why will Boston Dynamics win the humanoid robotics race? We've already commercialized autonomous mobile robots, creating markets with Spot and Stretch. Now we're doing it again with Atlas: learning in real environments, designing for manufacturing at scale, and introducing a new era of physical intelligence.

Why will Boston Dynamics win the humanoid robotics race? We've already commercialized autonomous mobile robots, creating markets with Spot and Stretch. Now we're doing it again with Atlas: learning in real environments, designing for manufacturing at scale, and introducing a new era of physical intelligence.

Boston Dynamics

60,035 views • 1 month ago

Announcing Axol: a dual-arm robot designed for teams working with physical AI. Made in America. Axol is for builders who believe robots should work, in the real world, not just staged environments, and that the future of physical AI should be open, not closed. #robotics #automation #ai #hardware

Announcing Axol: a dual-arm robot designed for teams working with physical AI. Made in America. Axol is for builders who believe robots should work, in the real world, not just staged environments, and that the future of physical AI should be open, not closed. #robotics #automation #ai #hardware

Almond Robotics

64,774 views • 5 months ago

Coming up Tuesday on Cheeky Pint: RJ Scaringe of Rivian on how they grew to $5 billion of revenue, how they're upending the traditional business model of carmaking, and their plans for the $45,000 Rivian R2.

Coming up Tuesday on Cheeky Pint: RJ Scaringe of Rivian on how they grew to $5 billion of revenue, how they're upending the traditional business model of carmaking, and their plans for the $45,000 Rivian R2.

John Collison

34,400 views • 1 year ago