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Hugging Face is selling a cute $399 open-source duck robot, Microduck

US · 2026-08-27

Key takeaway

Hugging Face launches the Microduck, a $399 open-source duck robot.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerHugging Face launches the Microduck, attracting developer interest in open-source robotics
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onIncreased sales and visibility for Hugging Face as developers engage with the product
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youPotential growth in the robotics and AI sectors as more developers adopt open-source solutions

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Source: TechCrunch

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