Much of the current global interest in automation isn’t just around economic competitiveness; it’s also about national security. How will countries respond to the shortage of skilled robot developers, what national security threats do aerial
Nations around the world continue to build bridges with other countries around artificial intelligence, automation, and robotics. Conversely, some foreign hackers are actively attacking robotics companies and AI firms looking for inside information. Robotics Business
Countries and companies are rushing to score goals in proving their leadership in artificial intelligence and robotics. The AI opportunity is no doubt significant, but they will have to determine their priorities beyond bragging rights.
A potential strike by casino workers in Las Vegas was averted, but their concerns over automation will likely remain. In addition, this week saw IBM laying off employees in its Watson Health division, and China
As more countries invest in artificial intelligence, alliances between governments are starting to take shape. This week also saw another inquiry into the effects of automation on jobs in the U.K., which is considering a
A nation or region’s artificial intelligence strategy is viewed as essential to future economic and geopolitical competitiveness, but we can see a number of approaches. Making sure that machine learning is localized, centralized hubs, and
Multiple drones or mobile robots acting in concert are opening up new applications for automation, covering larger areas, delivering more useful sensor data, and interacting with their environments in new ways. In the U.S., the
Swarm robotics is a new frontier for automation. It combines physical robots, drones, and sensors with non-physical controls, networks, and data. Swarm robotics revolutionizes how robots can function and, equally important, what kind of value
This week, the world saw the U.S. create a committee on artificial intelligence, South Korea investing more in AI leadership, and telecommunications giant Vodafone spending on more automation. Robotics Business Review has partnered with Abishur Prakash at Center for
While Poland has been the gateway for the two sides of Europe, it has never been seen as a hub or entry point for the world. Could Poland create a silk road of its own?