Will Robots Be Friend or Foe to Humanity?
Evil robots are a beloved staple of the science fiction genre, no matter the medium. Usually equipped with unparalleled artificial intelligence (AI) and a sleek, indestructible chassis to match its dangerous cunning, bots like these have been in dozens of post-apocalyptic stories where humanity’s fate rests on the shoulders of only a few surviving protagonists. […]
UK Government Adopts Anti-“Killer Robot” Stance
Among internet of things app developers, Elon Musk is nearly as famous for his apocalyptic warnings as he is for his innovations in the electric car and space travel. He is perhaps the most vocal and influential critic of artificial intelligence, warning that the technology poses a grave risk to humanity if it’s not closely […]