Current Events Summary

President Biden focuses on damage control after poor debate performance, Democrats shift conversation to Trump. Simone Biles to lead U.S. Olympic Gymnastics team in Paris. Louisiana allows surgical castration for sex crimes. France's far-right party leads in parliamentary elections, potential shift in political landscape. NPR offers coverage of global elections in 2024. Tips for better sleep shared in newsletter. University of Tokyo researchers develop robot with living skin.

Elon Musk's Safety Concerns and Comments on High-Profile Nature

Elon Musk revealed during a Tesla shareholder meeting that he has faced multiple attempts on his life in the past seven months due to his high-profile nature. He mentioned that there were no articulated issues by the individuals who tried to harm him and emphasized the importance of prioritizing his safety. Musk also made references to John Lennon's tragic death and expressed his commitment to staying alive.

Tech News

Scarlett Johansson is angered by tech company OpenAI over its ChatGPT app's voice similarity to hers. Nvidia's rapid growth in AI technology is eagerly awaited on Wall Street. China unveils its first full-size electric running humanoid robot. Google's I/O conference reveals plans to change the world.

AI Robot Gives Commencement Speech at US College

A robot named Sophia, created with artificial intelligence, gave a commencement speech at a US college, sparking fears of an AI takeover. While some students appreciated her presence, others felt it detracted from the ceremony.

Human-like AI Robot S1 Developed by Chinese Company Astribot

A Chinese company has developed a human-like AI robot named S1, which is capable of mimicking human movements at a faster and stronger level. The robot can perform precise tasks and is envisioned to assist in daily activities and potentially dangerous jobs. The company aims to make these humanoid robots commercially available soon.

Boston Dynamics introduces new electric version of humanoid robot, Atlas

Boston Dynamics introduces a new electric version of its humanoid robot, Atlas, with improved design and functionality for commercial use. The robot features advanced actuators, increased mobility, and a friendly, cartoonish design. Boston Dynamics aims to focus on specific applications rather than building a platform for developers. The new Atlas is set to undergo pilot testing at Hyundai facilities next year.

Alaska Airport's Use of Robot to Ward off Wildlife

Alaska's second largest airport is using a headless robot named Aurora, disguised as a coyote or fox, to ward off migratory birds and other wildlife to enhance safety and operations.

AI Robot Theo in Dutch Tulip Fields

A high-tech robot named Theo is used in Dutch tulip fields to root out disease from the bulb fields, preventing the spread of the tulip-breaking virus. The robot uses AI to identify sick flowers and remove them, replacing the traditional human 'sickness spotters.'

Robot Gropes Woman at AI Event in Saudi Arabia

A robot named Mohammad groped a woman at an AI event in Saudi Arabia, sparking controversy and raising ethical concerns about integrating robots into everyday life.