Upstart 50 Creative: Matt Oehrlein and Gui Cavalcanti, Co-founders at Megabots

For decades, the creators of movies, comic books and video games have dreamed up a future where giant robots engage in combat. Inspired by their childhood fandom and aided by extensive expertise in robotics, Matt Oehrlein and Gui Cavalcanti decided to make that fantasy a reality. Continue reading at 'Silicon Valley Business Journal'

[ Silicon Valley Business Journal | 2017-09-09 00:00:00 UTC ]

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Upstart 50 Creative: Matt Oehrlein and Gui Cavalcanti, Co-founders at Megabots

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