I Got a Free Meal From a Private Chef—Who Filmed It All to Train Robots

A German startup provided a free meal prepared by a private chef in exchange for recording the entire cooking process to train humanoid robots. The camera-wearing chef documented every action, from chopping to stirring, to create training data for future robotic assistants. This represents an emerging business model where companies gather real-world data for AI and robotics development by offering consumers free or discounted services.