Boston Dynamics CEO Robert Playter is stepping down after six years
Published: (February 10, 2026 at 06:54 PM EST)
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Source: The Verge
Source: The Verge
Announcement
Robert Playter, CEO of Boston Dynamics, announced on Tuesday that he is stepping down from his role effective immediately and will leave the company on February 27th, as previously reported by A3.
Background
Under Playter’s leadership, Boston Dynamics navigated an acquisition from SoftBank that transferred ownership to Hyundai in 2021. During his tenure, the company launched a new all‑electric version of its humanoid Atlas robot in 2024.
Recent Developments
Boston Dynamics announced at CES last month that Atlas robots are being equipped with new capabilities, including tumbling passes and outdoor runs, as more enterprise‑ready editions start to roll out. A recent video showcased these research Atlas robots in action.
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