A Buddhist temple in Beijing is embracing technological advancement, using a robotic monk to further promote the “wisdom” of Buddhism in a contemporary way.
Author: Amanda Lee
Singapore Rolling Out Driverless Pods for Public Transportation
While lawsuits pile up for ride-sharing companies, a Singapore-based joint venture plans to roll out 24-passenger driverless pods by the end of 2016.
Man Sues for Right to Marry His Laptop to Protest Same-Sex Marriage
Claiming equal protection under the law as same-sex couples, a graduate of Vanderbilt Law School has sued the state of Texas for the right to wed his porn-laden Macbook laptop.
Watch: Armor-Piercing Bullet Turned to Dust When Fired at Composite Metal Foam
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Study: Dyson Airblade Hand Dryer Spreads 1,300 Times More Bacteria Than Paper Towels
While claiming to be a more sanitary option in public bathrooms, a recent study shows that drying your hands with a Dyson Airblade jet air hand dryer can spread 1,300 times more bacteria than paper towels.
Pepper the Robot Takes to the High Seas Working on Cruise Ships
After playing the role of personal companion, salesbot, as well as a student and English teacher, Pepper, the humanoid robot, can officially add “seafaring concierge” to its resume.
Self-Powering ‘Smart Skin’ Allows Robots to ‘Feel’ the World Around Them
As robotic technology rapidly advances, scientists look to improve synthetic smart skins that help make robotics more human-like and are essential in giving them touch-sensitivity.
Robot Enrolled in High School in Japan
Hoping to normalize the presence of robots in classrooms, the highly popular Japanese humanoid robot Pepper, developed as a customer service assistant, has enrolled at Hisashi High School in Waseda, Fukushima Prefecture.
Hitachi Unveils Robot That Can Understand Four Languages, Communicate Remotely with Other Bots
Hitachi has introduced EMIEW3, a robot with “remote brain” technology designed to function in real world environments and situations, such as retail stores, public facilities, and tourist areas.
Report: Half of Japan’s Workforce to Be Replace by Automation by 2035
Experts in both Japan and the U.S. anticipate half of Japan’s workforce to be replaced by artificial intelligence by 2035.