Futurism

China Just Hosted the World’s First Humanoid Robot MMA Fight

The robots used in the tournament were EngineAI’s T800, a clear nod to ‘The Terminator’. You won’t want to fight it either.

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People Are ‘Fake Online Shopping’ for Instant Dopamine Hit

Though they might seem like fun jokes, if you have a shopping addiction, you’re best served getting actual professional help.

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Anthropic Warns Top AI Systems Could Escape Human Control

“The evidence suggests that the human role is narrowing at each step in the AI development process,” says AI company Anthropic.

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Humanoid Robot Shatters Half-Marathon World Record

It completed the half-marathon in 50 minutes and 20 seconds, surpassing the previous record of 57 minutes, 20 seconds.

Futurism

This Humanoid Robot Can Eerily Run Just Like a Human

One day, you’ll have a humanoid robot like Figure 03 folding your laundry, doing the dishes, and even serving you all your meals.

Futurism

Live Alone? This App Lets Others Check if You’re Still Alive

Users just need to tap a button once a day to signal they’re fine. If they don’t, the app will automatically alert a pre-selected emergency contact.

Futurism

Welp, AI Has Learned To Threaten & Lie to Its Creators

If AI already knows how to lie and scheme against its creators, then we’re probably living in a ‘Black Mirror’ world already.

Futurism

WWDC ’25 Highlights: Apple’s Future Looks a Whole Lot Sexier

Apple’s doubling down on intelligence and fluid design. Everything just feels more cohesive, more personalised, and perhaps… more fun?

Futurism

Scientists Think Robot Vacuums Are Lazy & Need New Jobs

Don’t just let it be the world’s most expensive automatic broom. Give it a gig. Teach it a new trick. Or at the very least, make it carry your snacks.

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Robots Run Half-Marathon & Get Absolutely Smoked by Humans

Will humanoid robots become our overlords someday? Sure. Will it be any time soon? If this half-marathon is of any indication, probably not.