EDGE 2025 - David Hanson: The Future of Robotics: Is It All Fun and Games?
EDGE 2025 Excerpts
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3m 29s
As the team at Hanson Robotics pushes the boundaries of the uncanny valley with Sophia the Robot, we delve into how AI and robotics will shape the future of our social lives. Can a robot help solve the loneliness epidemic felt by millions across the globe? We’ll get a live, first-hand showing of how Sophia can create human-like connections through fun and games.
Key Takeaways:
Making Friends with Bots: David Hanson shared how he and his team at Hanson Robotics are developing AI robots with personality and emotional intelligence to engage with humans in a symbiotic relationship.
AI Aspirations: David shared that his team aims for AI and robots to be more than just tools; they should be friends that can collaborate and learn with humans.
Sci-Fi and AI: Imagination and science fiction both play a key role in inspiring advancements in AI and robotics.
Bots With Humanity: David’s team works to create human-like robots with realistic facial expressions and personalities for diverse applications like art, therapy, and education.
Humanizing AI: David and his team are actively exploring ways to enhance the compassion, wisdom, and efficiency of AI systems to better align with the betterment of all life.
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