A lifelike new humanoid sparks disbelief after a dramatic reveal proves it is real. See why people still question what comes next.

Humanoid robots have been promised for decades, but most still look and move like machines. Ameca changes that, with a face ...

Rather than pushing a futuristic, machine-forward aesthetic, XPENG leans into recognisable visual cues such as body shape, ...

Many lonely people would rather deal with a robot than interact with an actual human, according to research co-led by Newcastle University. Contrary to the common assumption that lonely people would ...

New robotic shorts could transform the way older adults and frail people walk. Designed to improve mobility and independence, the WalkON shorts were created to be worn over everyday clothes and could ...

People implanted with Elon Musk’s Neuralink brain chip can now move robotic arms using only their thoughts, as the device ...

Six of multiple possible assistance scenarios with a prototype of a new robot being developed at MIT. Top row: getting into/out of a bathtub, bending down to reach objects, and catching a fall. Bottom ...

Japan is turning to robots and AI tracking tech as dementia cases rise and thousands of older residents go missing each year.

RICHARDSON - David Hanson has two little Zenos to care for these days. There's his 18-month-old son Zeno, who prattles and smiles as he bounds through his father's cramped office. Then there's the ...

Have you ever stood next to a robot and wondered how close is too close? Personal space—often called “comfort distance”—is a key aspect of social behavior that shapes how we navigate our interactions ...