Robots and AI: Should we treat them like pets, or people?Both law and artificial intelligence experts are trying to answer a simple question: who is responsible if a robot does harm?February 2, 2017 by Danny Palmer in AI & Robotics
Why we won't trust robot cars until they drive just like usEight separate research projects into autonomous vehicles will receive financial support from the UK government, including one which aims to make autonomous cars drive more like humans.February 3, 2016 by Danny Palmer in Robotics
Volvo will test driverless cars on London roads next year"We're testing in ordinary traffic, so it's not in a fenced-off area, it's in real traffic, with real people and real cars," said Volvo's Erik Coelingh.April 27, 2016 by Danny Palmer in Robotics
Photos: The amazing prototypes in the race to build self-driving carsA look at some of the companies and cars paving the way for an autononomous vehicle revolution.June 24, 2016 by Danny Palmer in Robotics
Hilton has put this IBM Watson-powered robot on reception to answer guest queriesConnie, the first Watson-enabled robot concierge in the hospitality industry, learns by interacting with hotel guests.March 9, 2016 by Danny Palmer in Robotics
Skype's co-creator wants this cute six-wheeled robot to deliver your shopping (and cut congestion too)Starship Technologies CEO Ahti Heinla claims his firm is leading the way when it comes to truly testing autonomous vehicles.March 11, 2016 by Danny Palmer in Robotics
Robots: An amazing tour through the biggest collection ever assembledA new Science Museum exhibition has brought together the biggest collection of humanoid robots ever assembled.February 8, 2017 by Danny Palmer in Robotics
UK looks at impact of AI and robotics on jobs and societySubmissions invited on the impact on jobs and the workplace, as well as social, ethical and legal issues which could arise from the rise of AI.March 24, 2016 by Danny Palmer in AI & Robotics
Driverless cars will have fewer accidents, so what does that mean for insurers?"The advent of autonomous driving represents a revolution for automotive safety," says Volvo president Håkan Samuelsson.May 3, 2016 by Danny Palmer in Robotics
No, AI isn't going to steal your job, but it will change it - and here's howDon't believe what you see in the movies -- AI isn't going to replace humans, but it will mean some big changes in the workplace.May 26, 2016 by Danny Palmer in AI & Robotics