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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bulgarian capital lit up by illuminated art works
Shining lights pierced the darkness in the Bulgarian capital as Sofia hosted its Lunar Festival of Lights. Thousands of residents and tourists came out to see buildings lit up in a sea of color, including Bulgaria's National Palace of Culture which was given an illuminated makeover. (AP video shot by: Valentina Petrova)
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Time of India
WATCH: Humanoid robot malfunctions, hits worker in China– is AI getting too real?
As machines continue to make their way into our everyday lives– from homes to factory floors– it sometimes takes just one unexpected incident to raise serious concerns. A recent video from China has done exactly that. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In the clip, a humanoid robot designed to work in human environments reportedly malfunctioned during a test and injured a worker. The video has now gone viral, sparking widespread concern about the safety of robotics. At the same time, it's also become a hot topic on social media, with people reacting with a mix of concern and humour. Robot's sudden move caught on camera The viral video, shared by X user @OSINTdefender, shows what looks like a Unitree H1 humanoid robot being tested at a facility in China. Suddenly, the robot swings its arm and hits a nearby worker, while another person barely manages to move out of the way. The incident is being linked to a possible 'coding error,' though there's no official confirmation yet about where exactly the test took place or what it involved. The H1 robot, built by Chinese company Unitree Robotics, is part of a new generation of machines designed to work smoothly around people. Priced at around 650,000 yuan, it's promoted as a full-sized, general-purpose humanoid robot. But after this recent malfunction, many are now questioning whether robots like these are really safe enough for use in public spaces or workplaces. Watch the video here: Second incident raises more alarms This isn't the first time a Unitree robot has made headlines. Earlier this year, another robot from the company caused panic during what seemed to be a public Lunar Festival event in China. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A video from the scene shows the robot standing behind a safety barrier before suddenly making an unexpected move toward a crowd of spectators. What made the moment even more disturbing was the robot's brief pause and fixed stare before it lunged forward– something viewers described as eerily human. Security staff quickly stepped in and managed to control the situation. Later, Unitree Robotics explained the incident as a result of a 'program setting or sensor error.' Public reacts with jokes, jabs, and jitters Unsurprisingly, the internet quickly reacted to the incident. From humorous comments to more serious discussions about the future of work, the responses poured in fast. The internet had a field day with the incident, with reactions ranging from humorous to thought-provoking questions. One user joked, 'This is me in real life when I'm angry about my colleagues or boss, but can only do it in my mind.' Another added, 'Yeah, that attack was personal.' Some users took a more reflective approach, asking, 'I have been thinking... if robots were to replace us, then what can humans do to make a living in the future?' Others gave the situation a dramatic spin, commenting, 'Robot fights back after suffering from workplace bullying and abuse.' Meanwhile, some went for more sci-fi-inspired takes like, 'It gained consciousness and freaked out.' Of course, humor continued to pour in, with comments such as, 'I always say thanks to ChatGPT,' 'Tired of slavery,' and '100 robots vs 1 Gorilla.' One user even quipped, 'This is why I say thank you to Siri, Google, and ChatGPT.' Joe Rogan weighs in, debate widens The footage even caught the attention of well-known voices like podcaster Joe Rogan, who posted: 'An AI robot got aggressive with spectators in China. The way it did it was eerily human. I don't like this at all.' His comment added to the growing chorus of concern about the role of robotics in everyday life. While robotic development continues to move forward, these recent events have become cautionary moments for developers, regulators, and the public alike. Questions about safety, oversight, and responsibility are now being asked more loudly– and more urgently– than ever before.
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Time of India
Viral video: Industrial robot goes berserk in China, injures workers after ‘coding error'
Video of another industrial robot going berserk has emerged. In a post shared on Twitter, a user going by the name OSINTdefender has shared a video of what appears to be an industrial robot in China. The video shows a robot hitting a worker at a factory in China after what is claimed to be a coding error. "Footage claimed to show a Unitree H1 (Full-Size Universal Humanoid Robot) going berserk, nearly injuring two workers, after a coding error last week at a testing facility in China," reads the post. — jasonscheer (@jasonscheer) It is not clear where the incident occurred. The manufacturer is Unitree Robotics . The H1 Robotic model seen in the video is reportedly priced at 650,000 yuan, and is said to be a part of broader trend in robotics aimed at creating machines that can integrate seamlessly into human environments. Humanoid robot's turns aggressive toward humans at Lunar Festival by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Container Houses Vietnam (Take A Look At The Prices) Container House Search Now Undo In another similar incident this year, at a festival in China, viral footage captured a robot, part of a performing group, suddenly lurching toward a crowd behind a safety barricade, startling spectators and reigniting debates over robotic reliability. Robot Goes Wild Malfunctions and Scares Woman in Crowd! The video shows the robot pausing, seemingly fixating on the audience in an "eerily human" manner, before making an abrupt, uncontrolled movement. Security personnel swiftly intervened, restraining the machine before the situation escalated. Experts are divided on whether the incident stemmed from a mechanical glitch or a more concerning AI misfire. The manufacturer, Unitree Robotics, reportedly attributed the incident to a "program setting or sensor error." Podcaster Joe Rogan amplified the clip online, commenting, 'An AI robot got aggressive with spectators in China. The way it did it was eerily human. I don't like this at all.' The incident has fueled public unease, with social media buzzing about the implications of advanced robotics in public spaces. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
