Chinese firm sells hyper-real, 'always loyal' humanoid robots
Their metallic frames covered in supple, lifelike skin, a posse of new Chinese robots meant for companionship can offer users AI-generated conversation or a hand to hold, complete with manicured nails.
Japan plans sovereign AI model, 10 million AI robots
Japan plans to develop a homegrown artificial intelligence model and have 10 million AI-equipped robots operating in more than a dozen sectors by 2040, the government said.
Nasa robot mission aiming to rescue space telescope
Nasa on June 30 is set to launch a daring robotic rescue mission, a long-shot bid to prevent one of its ageing telescopes from vanishing into dust.
GlobalFoundries to equip humanoid robots with AI
As artificial intelligence (AI) breaks out of computer and mobile phone screens and takes physical form, chipmakers are increasing their focus on the hardware and technologies that will run robots and the infrastructure needed to support them.
Nvidia seeks to make humanoid AI robots safer around humans
Nvidia Corp is working to make humanoid robots safer around people, arguing that they'll need to handle split-second decisions before they can be trusted to work closely with humans.
European robotics start-ups go up against Chinese heavyweights
Humanoid robots able to perform tasks from grape harvesting to welcoming visitors were front and centre at France's Vivatech trade fair last week, with European firms looking to fill niches beyond what dominant Chinese giants can offer.
At home with AI: Balancing the opportunities and challenges of tech-assisted smart living
As advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and robots move into homes, experts highlight the need to strengthen cybersecurity and safeguard privacy.
'Alter-Ego': An Italian hospital's little robot carer
A robot with expressive eyebrows that is designed to perform basic tasks to free up healthcare workers is being given a trial run by a hospital in Milan.
Innovations on show at Paris Vivatech fest
Around 15,000 startups from around Europe and beyond are showing off their wares at the Vivatech trade show in Paris until June 20.
Robots pour cocktails and run marathons, but still can't multitask
They can mix cocktails, run marathons and fold laundry. But humanoid robots are still a long way from doing lots of different jobs on command, whatever the marketing says.
