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An AI robot as CEO: Is this the future of work in the metaverse?

In a world first, a Chinese gaming company betting big on the metaverse has appointed an AI-powered virtual robot as CEO.

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Goalie, Seoul’s new self-driving 'police robot,' goes where CCTV can’t

The hi-tech patrol robot is being deployed in a neighbourhood where many women live alone and can feel unsafe at night.

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The rise of the robot revolution

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Experts have noted that increased efficiency means a serious addition to the economy, while reports suggest AI could add up to 13 trillion Euros to the global economy by 2030.

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New Robot Falcon drone could stop airport bird strikes

Globally, around 50,000 bird strikes are recorded per year with around five per cent of these causing some damage to the aircraft. This robotic bird could change that.

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More workers are burning out over fears robots are taking their jobs

Researchers say fear about robots taking our jobs is at times unfounded, with many people underestimating their own capabilities compared to a robot.

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Robot Ai-Da becomes first to give evidence to UK's House of Lords

The artist robot Ai-Da is named after 19th century computer pioneer Ada Lovelace.

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Meet 'Flippy 2,' an AI-powered French fry robot speeding up fast food

US company Miso robotics is inventing robots that can unburden kitchen staff at fast food chains.

Mobility

Usain nuts and bolts: A running robot just won a Guinness World Record

Cassie uses machine learning to imitate human behaviour, managing to sprint 100 m without falling over in just over 24 seconds.

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Worth the hype? What to make of Tesla’s new humanoid bot

Tesla is the latest car manufacturer to unveil a humanoid robot. How advanced is it?

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Would you trust a robot to paint your nails?

A US company has invented a robot that can quickly and accurately paint nails using artificial intelligence.

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No tipping needed: This robot can deliver pizza to your door

This autonomous delivery robot using cameras and remote sensing technologies can travel at speeds of up to 32 km/h.

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Tesla is set to unveil its 'Optimus' humanoid robot: What we know

The prototype of the much-awaited humanoid robot is set to be revealed at Tesla's AI Day on September 30.

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The robotic creepy crawlies you'll want to come looking for you

The robot insects are fitted with a special tiny backpack powered by a solar cell and can be deployed in areas too dangerous for humans.

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How was your day? This robot might finally get children to answer

Would you confide in this robot? Some children shared information with it that they didn’t share before.

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The US Space Force is deploying robot dogs to patrol its stations

The four-legged robots - which have been called dystopian by detractors - have been successfully trialled as patrol dogs at Cape Canaveral.

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Can robots trick us by acting like humans?

The researchers have found that subtle behaviours could potentially help robots interact better with humans in the future.

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AI Song Contest: The Eurovision for machine composers

What goes into a contest-winning, AI-written song? Months of work by data scientists, programmers, and musicians.

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Is surgery in space possible? This tiny robot might be the answer

One day, the robot could be used to perform surgery on astronauts on missions to Mars.

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Good News: A robotic exoskeleton helps wheelchair users walk and more

Good news for the wheelchair-bound, for crops in places with extreme heat and for you. #GoodNews

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This four-legged robot is on a mission to protect the environment

Equipped with sensors and a camera, the device is tasked with inspecting the health of plants and recording the impact of animals on their habitat.