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A significant theme in current research is the movement toward omni models — foundational models capable of integrating every modality: text, images, video, code, math, physics, proprioception, telemetry, and even robotic control.
For instance, Nvidia is working on robotic foundation models that combine visual perception with action planning, creating a seamless interface for robots to learn and operate in real environments. Currently, the trend involves merging multiple specialized models — for instance, a visual model, a language model, and a physics model — into a single, unified omni model.