Emerging Tech
Steve Wozniak Says World Domination by Robots Could be Thwarted by Simple Physics
Several prominent scientists worry about the rise of artificial intelligence and robots, and about humanity’s place in the world if robots take over.
Emerging Tech
Robot vs. Robot
Can a computer forge a painting well enough it fools the algorithms designed to detect fakes?
Emerging Tech
Inspector Gadget, but for Nuclear Waste
Four years after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, robots are cleaning up the contaminated power plant.
Emerging Tech
Economists Say Robots Will Have Dire Effect on US Economy
A new study explores various scenarios for an economy increasingly powered by robots, and none of them look great for human workers.
Artificial Intelligence
Scientists Now Know How to Make Robots Less Creepy Looking
One simple gesture can turn a robot from foe to friend.
Artificial Intelligence
Why Can’t Robots Understand Sarcasm?
Artificial intelligence has yet to grasp some of the finer nuances of human communication.
Emerging Tech
This Tech Giant Is Spending $10 Million to Save Us From an Evil Robot Takeover
Tech guru Elon Musk donated the money to the Future of Life Institute, a nonprofit research group, which will distribute the money in grants.
Emerging Tech
This is What Happens When High Schoolers Build Robots
A tournament for tech leaders of the future is rooted in traditions of the past.
Artificial Intelligence
Pentagon Wants ‘Real Roadmap’ To Artificial Intelligence
Should we be afraid of AI? The military wants a real answer by the end of 2015.
Cybersecurity
Meet the Bots that Made Half the Web’s Traffic in 2014
Bots are everywhere online—and used for both good and evil.
Emerging Tech
Sneaky Impersonator Robots Are Taking Over the Web
A new report finds overall bot traffic dipped, but "bad robots" are on the rise.
Emerging Tech
British Police Are Going Robocop
British bobbies may soon be ditching caps and tunics for a striking new digital look that includes a robotic exoskeleton and Google Glass.
Artificial Intelligence
Why Robots Won't Take Over the World Anytime Soon
Efforts to develop artificial intelligence continue apace, with major computer science research and development facilities devoting time, energy, and money to making computers behave like humans.
Emerging Tech
Will Robots Replace Human Security Guards in Silicon Valley?
This five-foot, 300-pound robot features an autonomous technology platform that combines robotics, predictive analytics, and collaborative social engagement to predict and prevent crime.
Almost There!
Help us tailor content specifically for you: