Kaya 959 Drive 959 with Glen Lewis

If You Had Your Own Robot, What's the First Task You're Giving It?

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We’ve seen the rise of technology taking us into the Artificial Intelligence era. Another technology race on the rise is HUMANOID ROBOTS. Robotics is witnessing significant advancements in humanoids, designed to perform a wide range of tasks in various environments. While Elon Musk’s Tesla humanoid launch last week was considered a flop by tech experts, there is a whole humanoid robot sector in the world that is steadily advancing. They have features like arms, legs, and human communication abilities. If the technology were at perfect already, what would you ask your humanoid robot to do for you?
22 Oct 2024 English South Africa Music · Comedy

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