The Quest to Make Humanoid Robots Safe Enough for Humans

Viral mishaps underscore a big challenge for robot makers: How can they ensure a humanoid doesn’t hurt a human?

I tested a $125,000 robot with silicone flesh. Its jokes felt more human than anything else.

I tested a $125,000 humanoid robot. It couldn't read my emotions, but its jokes and sense of humor made it feel surprisingly human.

AI-Powered Robot Acting As Street Beggar Raises Eyebrows And Pivotal Societal Questions

An AI-powered humanoid robot was used to panhandle. The video went viral. Big questions arise. An AI Insider analysis and ...

Apptronik Announces Robot Park, A 90,000 Square Foot Humanoid Data Factory, Teases New Robot

Apptronik unveiled Robot Park, a 90,000 square foot data factory for humanoids, today. But there's more, including the next ...

China’s UBTech unveils eerily lifelike companion robots, and yes, they want to move in with you

UBTech's new Uworld U1 humanoid robots are designed to live alongside people, learning routines, recognizing emotions, and holding natural conversations. The company even envisions customized versions ...
ZDNet

The best Prime Day robot vacuum deals I'd buy (after testing dozens of them)

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
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Japan’s vision for AI robots to empower humans

Adaptable, AI-enabled robots for personalized life coaching and physical assistance could help us become a more productive and inclusive society. What if instead of replacing us in our jobs, ...