One Thursday morning, I woke up to a surprising Instagram message from Rizzbot, a popular humanoid robot with a large online following. The message was a photo of Rizzbot flipping me off, without any explanation. It seemed to be a response to a missed deadline for an interview we had discussed earlier. I had been fascinated by Rizzbot's online presence and the way it interacted with people, challenging the usual perceptions of humanoids. Despite the setback, I was determined to salvage the story and reach out to Rizzbot for the interview questions. Unfortunately, I found myself blocked by the robot, signaling the end of our potential collaboration. Techcrunch event San Francisco|October 27-29, 2025 As I tried to understand the situation, I discovered that Rizzbot's real name was Jake the Robot, managed by an anonymous YouTuber and biochemist. The robot itself was a standard Unitree G1 Model, operated by a team of developers. Despite the setback, I was intrigued by the technology behind Rizzbot and its unique approach to online interactions. Reflecting on the incident, I realized the complex nature of human-robot interactions in the age of AI. Rizzbot's viral videos and social media presence raised questions about the role of humanoids in society and the future of entertainment. While the experience left me with mixed feelings, it also highlighted the evolving landscape of technology and its impact on human behavior. In the end, I decided to step back from the digital world, recognizing the fine line between human and AI interactions. As I logged off, I couldn't help but wonder about the possibilities and limitations of this new era of technology.
