Swiss scientists have published research showing AI-informed robots can learn how to self correct and teach other robots how to behave. It raises questions of consciousness in artificial intelligence.

In crowded environments, more robots don’t always mean faster results—in fact, too many can bring everything to a standstill. Harvard researchers discovered a surprising fix: adding a bit of randomness to how robots move can actually prevent gridlock and boost efficiency.

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Assembling and welding together gadgets like Apple's iPhones and iPads is tedious, dull, low-paying work that even a robot can do. That's why 1 million more robots will soon be on the job at Foxconn Technology Group's factories in China. "This is the kind ...

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Humanoid robots are attracting capital at a pace the underlying technology cannot yet justify. Between viral dance performances, stratospheric valuations, and foundation models that have never turned a production shift,

At Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, the nurse assistant stopped by a patient's room to pick up some lab samples while dropping off toiletries. Then, as the helper's pixilated blue eyes flashed a heart sign to indicate the task had been completed ...

When it comes to teamwork, we could all learn something from ants. These relatively simple, small-brained animals are famous for their ability to collectively build massive, intricate, climate-controlled structures,

Employees at Wyandot Snacks have two new coworkers — but they won't be able to chat at the water cooler. About a year ago, Wyandot Snacks invested in new robots installed and overseen by Formic, an automation company. Formic trains companies on the ...