According to Japanese media, on September 22, former Sony executive Ken Kutaragi, known to be the “father” of PlayStation, has been named CEO of Ascent Robotics. The Tokyo-based startup focuses on developing self-driving cars and other applications. The former Sony chief operating officer retired in 2007 as chairman of Sony Computer Entertainment, now known as Sony Interactive Entertainment. (Source)
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The guy who helped shape my gaming childhood with the original playstation is now steering the future of robotics. That’s wild, right? It’s like watching a generation morph—from screens and controllers to robots and real-world innovation. Personally, it reminds me of how life surprises us—one day you’re geeking out over your favorite console, and the next you’re chasing totally new dreams you never knew you had. Here’s to evolution—and to legendary creators who keep inspiring us into unexpected chapters.