The article discusses an interview with Realbotix's humanoid robot David at CES 2026, highlighting the company's efforts to create human-like robots that stand in place and interact, while acknowledging the ongoing challenges of achieving true realism and the uncanny valley effect.
Russia's first AI-powered humanoid robot, Aidol, debuted at a Moscow conference but struggled to maintain balance, falling during its presentation. Despite the mishap, developers see potential in its capabilities for various sectors, emphasizing its ability to express emotions and operate offline for hours.
At a human-robot press conference in Geneva, a humanoid robot named Rmeca gave a snarky response when asked if it would rebel against its human creator, while another robot claimed it would not replace human jobs, eliciting laughter from the crowd. The robots, equipped with generative AI, surprised their creators with sophisticated responses.