When soft music is playing in the background, a brief exchange with a robot can evoke unexpected feelings of intimacy.

In labs, living rooms, hospitals, and classrooms, robots are no longer just tools—they’re becoming social actors. People ...

AI companions promise conversation, reminders and engagement for lonely seniors—but overreliance can pose emotional risks, ...

Robots are increasingly being used in the travel and tourism industry to enhance customer experiences, improve efficiency, and reduce costs. From greeting guests and the front desk, to taking orders ...

Days after Meagan Brazil-Sheehan's 6-year-old son was diagnosed with leukemia, they were walking down the halls of UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center when they ran into Robin the Robot. "Luca, ...