The future of warfare
We are worried about AI for jobs or when it comes to systems that decide who to ban from a service; but the fear of AI applied to war is even stronger.
robots
OpenAI and Figure develop robots for the workforce
OpenAI along with Figure is developing a robot able to learn motions by watching humans. It will be used for many activities.
Killer robots may be different than you think
As robots are gradually becoming ever more advanced, the fear of seeing them in the near future as weapons, gets closer.
Optimus, Tesla’s humanoid robot
Tesla’s first humanoid robot is going to be mass-produced and maybe will be the first robot to enter our homes.
CyberOne is the first Xiaomi humanoid robot
Xiaomi is launching its first humanoid robot and it’s easy to compare it to Optimus by Tesla which will be unveiled soon.
Dead spiders used as necrobots
Researchers found a way to employ dead creatures like spiders as mechanical grippers like they were zombies.
Human-like robots may be perceived as thinking beings
Researchers tested people’s behavior with human-like robots to demonstrate whether they are perceived as thinking beings.
A human skin for robots
Researchers developed a new human-like skin to be used for future robots. It’s water resistant and can also heal wounds.
Micro-robot crabs to repair things and operate in surgery
At Northwestern University researchers developed tiny micro-robots that can be remotely controlled and can accomplish several tasks.
What is the Uncanny Valley and why do we experience it?
The uncanny valley is a weird feeling we perceive when we are in front of a figure that looks human. Why does it happen?