Humanoid robots are often marketed as the next leap in automation—machines that can walk, talk, grasp objects, and think independently.

Claire chatted to Samuele Vinanzi from Sheffield Hallam University about how robots can tell whether to trust or distrust people.

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Whether they’re delivering food or folding your laundry, consumer-facing robots are increasingly being designed to be more ...

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Making robots more human may turn out to be a costly mistake, not because the technology fails, but because it ignores the people it's meant to help.

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When we talk about the most advanced humanoid robots of 2025, it’s not just about looking human. It’s about what they can ...

It takes more than words to cure a lonely heart. Scientists have discovered that adding music to a robot's repertoire makes it feel more lifelike and emotionally supportive.