Many lonely people would rather deal with a robot than interact with an actual human, according to research co-led by Newcastle University. Contrary to the common assumption that lonely people would ...

It could help make interactions between robots and humans smoother and more intuitive. Even the most capable robots aren’t great at sensing human touch; you typically need a computer science degree or ...

Zdarsky’s path to becoming one of comics’ most versatile and celebrated creators makes him uniquely qualified to tackle a story blending geopolitics, romance, and artificial intelligence. Working ...

If you go into the theater expecting to watch a typical horror movie, like I did, you may find yourself either pleasantly surprised or slightly disappointed by what unfolds on the screen. Drew Hancock ...

Editor’s Note: This is part of a series called Inside the Lab, which gives audiences a first-hand look at the research laboratories at the University of Chicago and the scholars who are tackling some ...

Amazon's new Vulcan robot uses physical AI to carefully stow and pick everything from socks to fragile electronics at fulfillment centers. Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and tech ...