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Top developers are pivoting from chatbots to physical AI
By Matt O'Brien, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 5 min read
Computer scientist Louis Castricato was in his eighth year studying large language models — the artificial intelligence technology behind chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude — when he started to feel like he was hitting a dead end.“We basically have passed the point of doing real fundamental LLM res...
Key takeaway “We basically have passed the point of doing real fundamental LLM research," Castricato said.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
As top developers pivot from chatbots to physical AI, Alamo Heights residents can expect to see the impact of this shift in the local tech industry. With San Antonio's growing reputation as a hub for innovation and technology, it's likely that companies and researchers in the area will be at the forefront of developing and applying "world models" that enable AI systems to navigate and interact with physical environments. This could lead to new opportunities for collaboration and investment in the region, particularly in areas like robotics and artificial intelligence. The city's existing infrastructure and talent pool, combined with the potential for advancements in physical AI, make Alamo Heights an attractive location for startups and established companies alike to explore and develop this emerging technology. As the field continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how local businesses and researchers contribute to and benefit from the growth of physical AI.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Computer scientist Louis Castricato was in his eighth year studying large language models — the artificial intelligence technology behind chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude — when he started to feel like he was hitting a dead end.“We basically have passed the point of doing real fundamental LLM res...
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