Discover the surprising story of Ryan Benmalek, an AI entrepreneur who skipped high school and entered college at 14. What will you learn from his journey in building robot companions and designing innovative hardware? Ryan Benmalek shares his insights on the challenges of building hardware, the importance of design principles, and the need to simplify systems for faster iteration. With a goal to put a billion robot companions into the world, Ryan's story is a testament to innovation and perseverance. Tags: AI, robot companions, hardware, design, neuroscience, computer science, PhD, Cornell Tech, entrepreneurship, innovation, tech, Ryan Benmalek