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Generalist Releases GEN-1 Model to Enable Robots in Laundry Folding and Kitting Tasks

Silicon Valley startup Generalist has unveiled its GEN-1 model, designed to enhance off-the-shelf robots for tasks like folding laundry and packing items. The company, backed by investors including Nvidia's NVentures, raised $140 million in 2025. Founders draw parallels to AI adv…