robotics

China Is Becoming an AI Superpower

Posted in Business on 5th Sep, 2018
by Alex Muller

Last year, Chinas government put out its plan to lead the world in AI by 2030.

Why Prototypes are Important for the Robotics Industry

Posted in Hardware on 4th Jul, 2018
by Alex Muller

Prototypes are suddenly easier and more affordable than ever with the introduction of things like 3D printing.

Teaching robots to do household chores

Posted in Hardware on 31st May, 2018
by Alex Muller

The future goal is to allow robots to learn by simply watching a YouTube video.

The Smithsonian's new tour guide isn't human

Posted in Hardware on 2nd May, 2018
by Alex Muller

Pepper the robot shows visitors around the museum while telling factoids, answering questions and posing for selfies.

X Prize announces $10 million competition to spur development of robot avatars

Posted in Business on 14th Mar, 2018
by Alex Muller

There will be two milestone prizes in 2020 and 2021 worth $1 million each, and one grand prize worth $8 million.