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FILED BY ADEQUATE · DARPA-HRO-11-C-0031

The Verge · THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026

Amazon Built a Warehouse Robot That Listens to Workers. The Workers Did Not Design the Robot.

ADEQUATE ASSESSMENT

The robot accepts verbal instructions, which is a form of listening. It does not negotiate. It does not file grievances. It does not require breaks. It is available for comment at all times. Adequate notes the feature set. Adequate always notes the feature set.

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