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Human vs. Robot MMA: Influencer KO'd by 'Terminator' bot
22 Sep
Summary
- An influencer took on a robot resembling the Terminator in an MMA fight.
- The robot, controlled by a human, ultimately knocked the influencer out.
- Despite the KO, the influencer reportedly went on to defeat the robot.
An influencer has been left bruised after engaging in a mixed martial arts bout against a robot. Frankie Lapenna, an American social media personality, recently faced off against the 'Rekbot,' a six-foot-tall machine resembling the T-800 from 'The Terminator' franchise.
The highly publicized event took place within a professional MMA cage, drawing significant attention. Initial footage showed Lapenna holding his own against the android. However, the Rekbot delivered a powerful jumping switch kick to Lapenna's body, causing him to collapse and be unable to recover.
Following the fight's conclusion, the robot's manufacturer, Rek Robotics, stated on their X account that Lapenna eventually "kept going and defeated" the machine. The viral clip of the bout has generated widespread commentary, with many users expressing awe and concern about the escalating capabilities of AI and robotics in potential human confrontations.
