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Updated on April 30, 2019

Culturally adaptable robots may be the future of elder care

Researchers are testing an robot that uses AI to provide culturally sensitive elder care.

Updated on April 30, 2019

Postmates delivery robot set to make debut

Postmates X, the on-demand delivery startup’s stealth R&B laboratory, is designing and building a delivery rover called Serve.

Updated on April 30, 2019

Robot accident at Amazon warehouse renews safety debate

A robot “picker” at an Amazon warehouse accidentally punctured an aerosol can of bear spray and over two dozen employees were hospitalized.

Updated on April 30, 2019

The Lovot is cracking the code to your heart

The Lovot, a warm-to-touch, cuddly robot developed in Japan, is vying for your affection.

Updated on April 30, 2019

Robots widening gender gap, says World Economic Forum report

The rise of robots is particularly impacting jobs that women typically occupy, including administration, customer service and telemarketing.

Updated on April 30, 2019

Delivery robot startup works towards inclusive future

Drone robot maker Starship Technologies partnered with Guide Dogs to understand robo-delivery's impact on people with vision impairments.

Updated on April 30, 2019

Kroger runs autonomous delivery pilot

Grocery giant Kroger and robotics startup Nuro have partnered to deliver groceries via custom unmanned vehicles.

Updated on April 30, 2019

Undersea robot delivers baby coral to Great Barrier Reef

The LarvalBot dispersed microscopic coral larvae to aid scientists who are repopulating and restoring parts of the Great Barrier Reef.

Updated on April 30, 2019

Sweeper the robot picks ripe peppers in 24 seconds

Sweeper cuts the stem using a small razor, catches the fruit in this robotic “claws” and drops it into its collection basket.

Updated on April 30, 2019

U.S. Army recruits robots for combat

The emerging use of robotics in warfare, particularly in combat, unfolds as the U.S. Army keeps apace with innovations in China and Russia.

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