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‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’: Where a dud can be a dud

Pizzeria’s animal robots do the slicing in movie lacking laughs or scares.

Chicago Sun-Times

Students told ‘avoid all robots’ after Oregon University bomb threat prank

The threat was made by a student on Tuesday via social media, causing university staff to issue an urgent warning

The Independent UK

White Castle hires robots as fry cooks

As of last week, there have been 17 robots installed nationwide

Salon

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Robot priests perform Ayudha Pooja at VIT, Vellore

VIT Vellore students and faculty used robots to perform Ayudha Pooja ceremonies. Two robots, a six-axled and a mobile one, rang bells, performed aarti and distributed prasad. The robots are used to teach mechanical engineering students and were seen assisting staff during the event. Video of the event went viral…

The Hindu

Workers urged to embrace, not fear, robot colleagues

From robots on two legs to a giant arm that sorts products, Amazon is testing more machines to work with humans but worker concerns remain high.

AAP

Amazon integrates humanoid robots into warehouses

The hope is for robots and human employees to work together, as the company says it's not looking at fully automated warehouses

Evening Standard

Fears of employee displacement as Amazon brings robots into warehouses

Digit will begin its time on the floor by shifting empty tote boxes amid concerns humans will be shifted out of jobs

The Guardian - US

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Robotic Co-workers May Encourage Laziness, Study Finds

Teamwork with robots can lead to social loafing and decreased motivation, according to German researchers.

Zenger

‘Social loafing’ found when working alongside robots

Study finds people tend to pay less attention when working with robots, just like with respected human colleagues

The Guardian - UK

10 AI-Proof Jobs to Protect Yourself From the Automation Revolution

In an era where robots and AI threaten to replace a growing number of jobs, there are still resilient careers that stand firm against the automation tide. Is yours one of them?

Barchart

From ancient Jewish texts to androids to AI, a just-right sequence of numbers or letters turns matter into meaning

Isaac Asimov’s iconic science fiction collection “I, Robot” tells the story of androids created at U.S. Robots and Mechanical Men, Inc. The androids range from “Robbie,” who is nonvocal, to “Stephen Byerley,” who may or may not be a robot – he is so humanlike that people can’t tell.

The Conversation

55 Years Later, Star Trek Finally Fixed Its Weirdest Canon Quirk

Do evil AIs always need humans to talk them down? In a new twist for Star Trek canon, perhaps the evil robots can reform all on their own.

Inverse

Reeves seeks greater use of technology to boost UK productivity

The shadow chancellor said the availability of migrant workers had led to slow take-up of robots and other technology.

The Independent UK

Artists Rob and Nick Carter: ‘If Warhol was alive he would definitely be using robots’

As they open their exhibition celebrating 25 years of working together, the couple talk about AI versus analogue, and that time Will Self frisbeed an artwork out the window of the Groucho Club

Evening Standard

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The Guardian - UK

The robots are coming, but older workers have less to fear than they might think

Lessons from history show that technological change doesn’t affect employment in the way some people believe

WEKU

Meet the high school sport that builds robots — and the next generation of engineers

The FIRST Robotics Competition has evolved from a fascinating after-school activity to having an impact on the tech and engineering world, involving tens of thousands of teens across the globe.

The Conversation

The dawn of domestic robots could dramatically cut gender inequality when it comes to household work

Domestic work is vital for society to function. Meals need to be cooked, clothes and homes cleaned, and people need to be cared for. These tasks take time and, generally speaking, are not shared equally within households.

Investors Business Daily

Tesla's AI Advances Could Make It The Next Apple, Says Trader

It's more than just cars and robots at Tesla. The automaker's AI efforts are fueling Tesla stock optimism with investors.

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The Guardian - UK

Tiny robots, giant steps: how nanotechnology could improve cancer and fertility treatment

An advanced robotics lab at Canada’s top university is helping the medical world tackle some of its most perplexing problems – starting at the smallest of scales

Pedestrian.tv

No, The Robots At The Grand Final Parade Aren’t Next Year’s Drafts. Here’s Why They Were There

The real question is how are they getting along so well when they support opposing teams?

The Street

Uber Eats has a privacy issue with its robot delivery fleet

Privacy advocates may have a big issue with what an Uber Eats contractor is doing in L.A.

Inverse

The Most Unique Sci-Fi Movie of 2023 Has a Surprising Star Wars Connection

Production designer James Clyne talks techniques he brought from Star Wars, and what The Creator is doing new.

Reason

Chris Christie for Robots and Tech Progress

A positive vision for America's future at the Republican debate

Fortune

'Companion robots' could help solve the senior caregiver shortage. Here's what it's like to live with one

Loneliness and isolation have been linked to early death and serious health problems for the elderly. Robots could help solve the problem.

RideApart

Kawasaki Has A Coloring Book Featuring Our Favorite Motorcycles And More

Kawasaki has a new coloring book featuring motorcycles, machinery, and even robots. It’s ideal for children and children at heart looking to express their creativity.

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