Robot stories

Tesla's actually serious about the Tesla Bot
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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cartech
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robotics
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tesla
Many commentators are calling the Tesla Bot a late April Fools joke, but it looks like Tesla still wants to give it a go anyway - and it's calling for talent.

NICE announces AI ethics framework as industry booms
Mon, 5th Jul 2021
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contact centre
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bi
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data analytics
"NICE is proud to take the lead in ensuring the use of robots for the betterment of humankind, articulating the ethical principles that act as guidelines for the development of our own AI-driven innovations and across the RPA field."

McAfee finds vulnerabilities in 'temi' the videoconferencing robot
Tue, 22nd Sep 2020
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uc
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video conferencing
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mcafee
Temi is commonly used in environments including businesses, healthcare, retail, hospitality, and other environments including the home.

Robots in the wild – how COVID-19 has brought robots from the factory to the forefront
Wed, 19th Aug 2020
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rpa
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fleet management
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robotics
If organisations get it right, the potential global impact of robotics will be vast and exponential.

Konica Minolta Australia eyes up manufacturing market with new industrial robots
Thu, 28th May 2020
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printing
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it in manufacturing
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konica minolta
“The MiR 500 and MiR 1000 will have a critical role to play in the manufacturing and logistics organisations of the future and will play an important part in protecting workers and businesses, and helping them de-risk and future-proof their operations."

Humans to be working alongside robots in retail within 5 years - Gartner
Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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workflow automation
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ai
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robotics
77% of retailers are planning AI automation by 2021 according to new research.

Rebellious robots: the latest in robotic research
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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it automation
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study
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data-driven automation
The latest in human-robot research is a handheld robot that is designed to try and frustrate its human counterpart in a bid to develop robotic cooperation.

How robotics can improve customer experience
Mon, 1st Jul 2019
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crm
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cx
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martech
Although robotics has been gaining traction in the business world for some time, there are many misconceptions around its capability.

Kiwi robot climbs the world venture capital stage
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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it in healthcare
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yamaha
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robot
Top tech investors support global expansion of the world’s first non-magnetic, climbing inspection robot for hazardous environments from Invert Robotics.

How robots gave one call centre worker an entirely new career
Tue, 17th Jul 2018
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contact centre
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it automation
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spark
Ex-call centre agent Mark Annas says automation doesn’t have to present a career crisis for those willing to grab the bull (or robot) by the horns.

Robotic pharmacies and mobile apps: How GPs will make sure you take your meds
Wed, 27th Jun 2018
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it in healthcare
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mobile apps
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robot
The current healthcare system provides no way for doctors to check if patients or filling their prescriptions or taking their medicine on time.

Don’t be the bug - the benefits and dangers of DX
Mon, 18th Jun 2018
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3d printing
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digital transformation
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idc
On Friday, IDC IT executive programs group VP Joseph Pucciarelli presented to a room of Kiwi CIOs with advice on how to get past the digital deadlock.

Apple's new carbon-free aluminium set to revolutionise manufacturing
Wed, 16th May 2018
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apple
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it in manufacturing
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data centre maintenance / management
Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company’s is committed to advancing technologies that are good for the planet and help protect it for generations to come.

Gartner: AI to contribute US$1.2 trillion in business value in 2018
Thu, 26th Apr 2018
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cloud services
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ai
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ml
"In the long run, the business value of AI will be about new revenue possibilities."

The little robot slave that will clean your floor... Maybe
Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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ai
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home automation
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robot
The Electrolux PUREi9 allows users to customise a cleaning schedule through an app.

Spark’s robot wins big in Sydney
Wed, 7th Mar 2018
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it automation
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rpa
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robotics
“It confirms for us that our approach to automation and what we are achieving is resulting in some great success.”

DXC Technology combines robotics, cloud & AI in new platform
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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project management
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it automation
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robotics
“We are now able to go beyond traditional limitations, helping our clients leap into a new era of speed, productivity and efficiency.”

Kiwi robotics company expands to Europe after raising $6.4mil
Thu, 1st Feb 2018
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new zealand business
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robot
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capital raising
Invert Robotics provides non-destructive inspection services using mobile climbing robots.

Segway unveils rideable robot companion
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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robot
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hoverboard
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segway
Loomo is a smart machine that transforms between a mini personal transporter and an intelligent robot.

MatataLab’s robot could be the future of education
Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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coding
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education apps
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robot
With robotic technology quickly evolving, and the use of robots ever-expanding, children are now exposed to robots at a very young age...

Hands-on review: Anki’s Cozmo, play with the AI of the future
Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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gaming
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ai
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reviews
Cozmo is a quick study, eager to learn and more than just a little bit playful...

Dell Technologies: 2018 will be the year of the mega cloud
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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ai
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martech
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cloud services
While some theorists claim AI will replace jobs, Elmarji says “there will also be new jobs created in areas that we don't even know about yet.”

Three ridiculous pieces of tech for the ultimate Mancave
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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ai
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technology gifts
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star wars
If you’re looking to upgrade to the mancave of the future you have arrived at the right place...

Charge your EV in minutes with Powerswap
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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cartech
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wireless electric vehicle charging
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robot
Instead of connecting the cord and waiting for the car to be charged, the battery is replaced with the help of a robotic device...