From sci-fi dreams to real-world designs, human-like robots are becoming more lifelike — but is that a good thing? We explore the psychological effects, ethical concerns, and design risks of building ...

Robots are getting better at seeing, hearing, and moving, but touch has always been the missing piece. At CES 2026, Ensuring Technology showcased a new kind of artificial skin that could finally give ...

A newly developed AI control system using neuron-inspired learning enables soft robotic arms to learn a broad set of motions once and adapt instantly to changing conditions without retraining Inspired ...

Agibot stages live televised gala with over 200 humanoid robots in Shanghai, featuring synchronized dancing, martial arts and acrobatic performances.

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In labs, living rooms, hospitals, and classrooms, robots are no longer just tools—they’re becoming social actors. People apologize to robot vacuums, feel guilty turning off companion bots, and ...

In context: Inside the cavernous halls of CES 2026 in Las Vegas this week, humanoid robots were everywhere – some strolling, some stumbling, others standing motionless beside hopeful creators. But ...

Researchers at Columbia Engineering have trained a human-like robot named Emo to lip-sync speech and songs by studying online videos, showing how machines can now learn complex human behaviour simply ...

Imagine a robot that doesn’t just walk but glides across a room with the grace of a dancer. Picture a machine that can not only pick up a fragile glass without shattering it but also assemble ...

Companies across sectors are increasingly embracing robotics for efficiency gains, labor optimization and cost savings. But introducing robots into human-centered environments isn’t just a technical ...