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UBTech unveils humanoid robot that can mimic lost loved ones
UBTech launched its first full-size humanoid robot, the UWorld U1 Series, which can be configured to resemble a deceased relative. The robot uses bionic movements and AI to replicate appearance and mannerisms. The company acknowledges the concept raises ethical concerns but sees potential in emotional companionship.
Meridian48 take
The feature risks trivializing grief and raises serious questions about consent and psychological impact, but UBTech is betting on a market for digital resurrection.
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UBTech just introduced its first full-size Ultra-Bionic humanoid robot, but what it really wants to do is make robot replicas of loved ones — that's a hard no →
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