A South Korean AI startup, RLWRLD, is partnering with companies like the Lotte Hotel Seoul to collect detailed human motion data to train robots for real-world tasks.
Workers such as hotel staff are being recorded performing precise activities—like folding napkins and handling utensils—using body cameras and motion-tracking gear to build a database for robotic learning.
The goal is to develop AI systems capable of powering humanoid robots that can eventually operate in factories, logistics hubs, and even homes, with industrial deployment expected around 2028.
South Korea is heavily investing in “physical AI” to strengthen its manufacturing edge, with major firms like Hyundai and Samsung planning large-scale robot integration.
However, the initiative has raised concerns among labor groups about job displacement and the future of skilled human work as robots become more capable.
Source: PhilNews24 | May 13, 2026
