These robots can figure out how to do a task after watching humans do it

Swiss scientists have published research showing AI-informed robots can learn how to self correct and teach other robots how to behave. It raises questions of consciousness in artificial intelligence.

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Imagine having a robot around your house to do things like laundry or make your bed. Some scientists say they have made a key breakthrough that would allow robots to figure out these tasks on their own. But this raises big questions about how much risk comes with letting robots be in charge of their own learning. NPR’s Katia Riddle has more.

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