Genesis AI, a robotics startup backed by Khosla Ventures, has unveiled its model GENE-26.5, complete with advanced robotic hands that mimic human ones. The company has developed a sensor-loaded glove to collect data for training more capable robots.

Their full-stack approach aims to bridge the 'embodiment gap' in robotics research by aligning the hand's design with real-world conditions, allowing them to collect more data than ever before.

While the gloves and hands are impressive, their true value lies in the potential for these robots to perform a wide range of tasks from cooking to lab work. However, the ethical implications and worker buy-in remain uncertain.

The company has expanded rapidly since its stealth mode, now operating out of offices in Paris, London and California, and has secured significant funding to fuel its growth.