Boston’s Robotics Empire Is Entering a Brutal New Era… And It’s Getting Weird
There’s a new breed of intelligent machines emerging from Boston’s elite AI and robotics ecosystem.
AI Toys
AI toys are interactive play devices that use artificial intelligence to learn from and respond to children’s behavior, speech, and preferences. They often feature voice recognition, natural language processing, and adaptive learning to hold conversations, tell stories, or teach skills. Examples include smart dolls, robotic pets, and educational companions that personalize experiences over time. While AI toys encourage creativity and learning, they also raise concerns about data privacy, emotional attachment, and the ethics of machine interaction in early childhood development.
Shenzhen Floods Global Market with AI-Powered Toys
Shenzhen is churning the toys out as it celebrates 45 years since its 1980 designation as China’s first Special Economic Zone (SEZ).
Meet Anni, China’s Answer to ‘Most Advanced’ Ameca Robot
China’s answer to Ameca, often called the world’s “most advanced humanoid robot,” has emerged with technical specs that outdo it on paper.
M3GAN’s World is Closer Than You Think
M3GAN dropped right as the world was waking up to just how real and powerful artificial intelligence had become.
The Story Behind the Cute Robot in the M3GAN 2.0 Trailer
The cute robot from M3GAN 2.0 has an interesting and sad backstory.
The Age of Androbotics: Nolan Bushnell’s Early Attempt at Consumer Humanoids
In the early 1980s, the tech industry believed it was on the cusp of a breakthrough that would bring robotics into the consumer market.
Iconic Humanoid Robots: From Elektro to ASIMO to Ameca to Tesla Bot
As humanoid robots surge in popularity, let’s look back at the icons that have gotten us to this point.
AI Horror Movie Picks
Let’s dive right into chilling examples of filmmakers translating humanity’s deepest fears about artificial intelligence into unforgettable nightmares.