Mona Patel brings robotic dog to Met Gala. Meet Vector

Last year, ‘mystery guest’ Mona Patel turned heads at the Met Gala with her debut look featuring a butterfly-shaped corset. This year, it is not just her outfit drawing attention, but also Vector, a robotic dog inspired by Thom Browne and built at MIT. Powered by AI and equipped with sensors, Vector is programmed for customised movement. The Indian-American entrepreneur walked the red carpet in a custom Thom Browne outfit, accompanied by the robot

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