Faraday Future launches Physical AI robotics institute with BIBS

Faraday Future (FF) and Boston International Business School (BIBS) have partnered to establish the first industry-driven Physical AI and Robotics Institute in the US. The collaboration was announced during the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in Omaha, aligning with FF’s broader strategy in embodied AI. The institute will merge robotics education, real-world deployment, and data collection to develop next-generation AI systems. FF emphasizes that the goal is not just academic training but building infrastructure for Physical AI, where interactions with humanoid and bionic quadruped robots generate training data for future AI models. Key focus areas include developer training, robotics certification, AI deployment, and industrial innovation. The curriculum will cover robot operation, teleoperation, AI integration, and maintenance certification, ensuring graduates are industry-ready. Pedro Nueno, Co-founder of BIBS, stated that this model bridges learning, practice, and innovation to prepare talent for the Physical AI era. FF views education as the first major application for Physical AI, where classrooms serve as continuous data sources for improving robotics and AI systems. Chris Chen, Co-CEO of FF AI-Robotics, highlighted this shift from digital to real-world intelligence. The institute will also launch a global call for academic partners, offering robotics deployment systems, curriculum frameworks, and internship opportunities. The partnership reflects growing competition in embodied AI and robotics, with companies investing in humanoid robotics and industrial automation. FF’s move expands its ambitions beyond electric vehicles into a broader AI and robotics ecosystem, positioning education as a key driver of innovation.