Matt McMullen is the CEO of Realbotix (formerly Simulacra Corporation) and founder of Abyss Creations, with over 20 years creating hyperrealistic humanoid robots and mannequins. Starting Abyss Creations in 1997, Matt has pioneered the development of lifelike figures with fully articulate skeletons. His background in special effects and fine arts sculpture enables him to create robots with remarkably human expressions and movements. Matt’s Harmony robot features advanced AI, facial recognition, and conversational abilities. His creations have appeared in 20+ television shows and 10 films. As a keynote speaker and thought leader, Matt addresses the future of AI robotics, human-robot interaction, companion technology, and ethical considerations in developing sentient-like machines. His vision extends beyond companionship to applications in healthcare, education, and customer service.
Matt McMullen is the CEO of Realbotix (formerly Simulacra Corporation) and founder of Abyss Creations, with over 20 years creating hyperrealistic humanoid robots and mannequins. Starting Abyss Creations in 1997, Matt has pioneered the development of lifelike figures with fully articulate skeletons. His background in special effects and fine arts sculpture enables him to create robots with remarkably human expressions and movements. Matt’s Harmony robot features advanced AI, facial recognition, and conversational abilities. His creations have appeared in 20+ television shows and 10 films. As a keynote speaker and thought leader, Matt addresses the future of AI robotics, human-robot interaction, companion technology, and ethical considerations in developing sentient-like machines. His vision extends beyond companionship to applications in healthcare, education, and customer service.
The Questions That Drive Their Work
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Can robots form emotional connections?
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What are the ethics of AI companionship?
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How will humanoid robots integrate into society?
THEIR CHOSEN OBJECT
The skull of Sophia The Robot
"I think of robots as companions, capable of connecting with us in ways often overlooked."
What it represents
Matt’s work demonstrates how AI-driven robots can become companions and partners to humans, connecting in meaningful ways.
He focuses on creating robots with genuine personality and conversational capability, not just mechanical functionality.
