New AI ‘homework agent’ will do assignments for lazy students — even while they sleep: ‘We are so cooked’

Hey, AI-nstein! Doing homework without robot assistance may soon be a relic of the past. A tech company has devised a ...

Mint Delivers First FLOKI Minibot M1 Prototype Introducing a New AI-Powered Companion for the Asia Pacific Market

Marking the Group's Strategic Entry into the Region's Rapidly Expanding Consumer Robotics SectorHong Kong, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) ...
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AI-powered companionship: Harnessing music and empathetic speech in robots to combat loneliness

Loneliness has a critical impact on the mental health of citizens, particularly among the elderly. Robots capable of ...

Okay, This AI-Powered ‘Robot Phone’ Has My Undivided Attention

The video—one that’s clearly AI-generated in case you couldn’t tell from all the rubbery-looking people in it—shows the Robot ...

Tech companies are making their robots cute to try to win over humans

Whether they’re delivering food or folding your laundry, consumer-facing robots are increasingly being designed to be more ...
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Looper Robotics Redefines Physical AI Infrastructure with Global Debut of Insight9 Spatial AI Camera

Wan Chai, HK, Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Looper Robotics is gearing up for the global launch of Insight9, the world’s ...

CES 2026 Spotlight: Lovipal’s Owlie AI Pet Wins Hearts With Human-Like Connection

Lovipal’s Owlie AI pet stole the show at CES 2026 with hybrid edge+cloud AI, warm interactions, and standout physical ...
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AI imaginary friends no substitute for human connection

Loneliness and social isolation are now recognized as major public health threats, prompting governments to explore technological solutions. Research from Monash University argues new AI "digital ...