RB Labs' humanoid conversational AI system Robert the Robot has become one of the most-viewed and commercially deployed humanoid AI platforms in the world — surpassing 100 million social media views after a breakthrough partnership with Dubai real estate specialist Ben Bendari.
The Swiss-based AI and robotics innovator announced the milestone alongside news of Robert's deployment in sectors spanning real estate, public safety, and business services — demonstrating how humanoid AI is moving rapidly from laboratory to the field.
A Breakthrough Partnership With Ben Bendari in Dubai Real Estate
In Dubai's fast-evolving property market, Robert entered into a pioneering collaboration with Ben Bendari, who integrated the robot into property-presentation and customer-interaction workflows.
During live events and property showcases, Robert provided:
- Real-time conversational explanations - Interactive walkthroughs of investment opportunities - Multilingual support for international buyers - A highly memorable, technologically advanced customer experience
The partnership quickly generated massive public interest, with clips featuring Robert and Bendari collectively accumulating over 100 million views across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and other social platforms.
This made Robert one of the most-viewed real estate presenters in the world, demonstrating how humanoid AI can amplify visibility and lead generation in competitive markets.
Supporting Geneva Police for Public Safety Engagement
Robert's influence extends beyond real estate. In Geneva, the humanoid robot was deployed by the Swiss Police during a major public safety event at Palexpo. Acting as an interactive "police robot," he assisted officers in engaging visitors, explaining safety procedures, and educating families and school groups.
The deployment showcased Robert's ability to support civic institutions through:
- Clear, accessible public safety explanations - An engaging presence that draws in audiences - Adaptability to cultural and multilingual environments
European media and AI-for-Good forums widely covered the event, reinforcing Robert's status as a symbol of socially beneficial AI.
Helping Decisive Zone Attract More Customers
In Dubai, Robert has also been used by Decisive Zone, where he served as a dynamic customer-engagement ambassador. His interactive dialogue and domain-specific knowledge helped the company increase footfall, generate leads, and differentiate its brand in a crowded business-services environment.
A Humanoid Platform Built for Real-World Deployment
Developed by RB Labs under the technical guidance of Robin Krambroeckers and Metodi Dimitrov, Robert combines humanoid robotics with advanced AI systems, including:
- A screen-based expressive face animated with emotional cues - Natural-language understanding and long-form conversation - Domain-specific knowledge in real estate, finance, and public safety - Presence detection and multimodal interaction sensors - A modular architecture enabling rapid adaptation to new industries
Unlike many humanoid robots built purely for research, Robert is engineered for active field deployment in commercial, civic, and educational environments.
International Recognition
Robert has been showcased at major innovation stages — including AI for Good in Geneva — where global media outlets have highlighted him as one of Europe's most recognizable humanoid AI systems. Articles in Entrepreneur, interviews on European television, and coverage in Swiss media have cemented his status as a pioneering example of applied AI.
RB Labs' Vision
According to RB Labs CTO Robin Krambroeckers, the project reflects the company's commitment to building AI systems that "work alongside people, not replace them," and to making advanced technology understandable and accessible to the general public.
