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Internet personality IShowSpeed, also known as Darren Jason Watkins Jr., faces a lawsuit after allegedly damaging a viral humanoid robot named Rizzbot during a live-streamed event in Austin. The lawsuit, filed by Rizzbot’s creators, Social Robotics, claims Speed inflicted irreversible damage to the robot by punching, choking, and throwing it, leading to a significant loss of functionality. This incident has allegedly caused Rizzbot to miss out on high-profile appearances and deals, including potential collaborations with CBS’s The NFL Today and Mr. Beast. The creators are seeking compensation for damages, including lost profits, and the lawsuit is currently in its early stages. Rizzbot, which had previously amassed over 800 million views across social media platforms, saw a drastic decline in viewership following the incident.