Why do humans build machines that resemble them — and what does that say about us? A London exhibition opening on Tuesday is surveying 500 years of simple to sophisticated robots to find out. Take…
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Sex and marriage with robots: science fiction or new reality?
Sex with robots is “just around the corner”, an expert told a global conference in London this week featuring interactive sex toys and discussions on the ethics of relationships with humanoids. “Sexbots” are a staple…
Brothels made up of sex robots could become a reality
Rapidly improving technology means that brothels made up of sex robots could start being produced. Law professor John Danaher has done research into human enhancement and artificial intelligence and believes robots could be a good…
Coffee with Pepper? Robot sells espresso machines in stores
Move over George Clooney — Nestle has employed a fleet of chirpy robots to sell its coffee machines in Japanese stores. The Hollywood heart-throb, who has become the global face of the Nespresso brand, has…
Robot cheerleading squad showcases sensor technology
A team of cheerleading robots made their dancing debut in Tokyo on Thursday as creator Murata Manufacturing demonstrated its cutting-edge sensor technology. With curtains pulled back and Japanese pop music pulsing in the background, 10…
Restaurants run by robots
A restaurant is being run by robots. The eatery in Kunshan, east China, has over a dozen robots which wait on tables and cook the food, the Metro newspaper reports. Owner Song Jugang, explained that…
Kissenger: Virtual lips for long-distance lovers
Finding it hard to keep up the passion in a long-distance relationship? Help might be on the way. A robotics professor in Singapore has invented a gadget equipped with motion-sensitive electronic “lips” that allow amorous…