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Fox News
19-02-2025
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Fox News AI Newsletter: Can Musk's Grok AI beat the Warren Buffett challenge?
IN TODAY'S NEWSLETTER: - Elon Musk hints new Grok AI could beat Warren Buffett's March Madness bracket challenge - Humanoid robots bust dance moves alongside humans - Don't let AI phantom hackers drain your bank account AI DREAMS: Billionaire Elon Musk on Monday said his startup xAI's latest iteration of the Grok chatbot could help college basketball fans pick a perfect bracket once March Madness begins. BUSTIN' A MOVE: In a stunning display of technological prowess and cultural fusion, Unitree's H1 humanoid robots recently stole the show at China's Spring Festival Gala, performing alongside human dancers in a mesmerizing rendition of the traditional Yangge folk dance. This groundbreaking performance marks a significant milestone in the world of robotics and entertainment. AI PHANTOM HACKERS: Tech support scams have been around for years, but a new variant called the Phantom Hacker scam is rapidly gaining traction. It has cost victims, primarily older Americans, over $500 million since 2023. This scam is particularly deceptive because it unfolds in three carefully orchestrated phases and uses AI-powered social engineering tactics to avoid detection. Attackers leverage caller ID spoofing and AI-generated voices to make their scheme more persuasive, but there are ways to protect yourself. STEALTH TECH SHIELD: British clothing brand Vollebak has created a revolutionary solution for individuals concerned about digital privacy and electromagnetic exposure. The Shielding Suit, a futuristic tracksuit made of pure silver, provides comprehensive protection against various forms of tracking and surveillance. MALWARE ATTACKS MACS: A new report suggests Mac users will need to be more vigilant this year because AI advancements are helping hackers breach even the most secure systems. NO DRIVERS HERE: Autonomous driving technology company Waymo has partnered with automaker Zeekr to develop the next generation of vehicles for ride-hailing services. FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA FacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn SIGN UP FOR OUR OTHER NEWSLETTERS Fox News FirstFox News OpinionFox News LifestyleFox News Health DOWNLOAD OUR APPS Fox NewsFox BusinessFox WeatherFox SportsTubi WATCH FOX NEWS ONLINE STREAM FOX NATION Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents now and for the future with Fox News here.
Fox News
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
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Humanoid robots bust dance moves alongside humans
In a stunning display of technological prowess and cultural fusion, Unitree's H1 humanoid robots recently stole the show at China's Spring Festival Gala, performing alongside human dancers in a mesmerizing rendition of the traditional Yangge folk dance. This groundbreaking performance marks a significant milestone in the world of robotics and entertainment. The performance featured 16 H1 robots, each standing at an impressive 5.74 feet tall, seamlessly integrated with a troupe of human dancers. What set this performance apart was not just the robots' ability to keep pace with the music and their human counterparts but their mastery of a particularly challenging aspect of the Yangge dance: the handkerchief trick. The robots demonstrated remarkable dexterity by spinning, throwing and catching handkerchiefs in motion, a feat that typically requires extensive practice for human performers. This display of fine motor control and timing showcased the advanced capabilities of Unitree's AI-driven full-body motion control technology. The dance routine was a preset performance based on data from real dancers. Unitree employed whole-body AI motion control to ensure synchronization between the robots, while lidar scans of the environment allowed for real-time adjustments to unscripted events. The performance was part of the annual Spring Festival Gala, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most-watched annual TV program globally. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Zhang Yimou, the robot dance segment reached an estimated audience of over a billion viewers. This performance represents significant progress for Unitree, which has been steadily improving its robotic offerings. The company's product line includes the more affordable G1 humanoid robot and various quadruped "robot dogs." With the global demand for humanoid robots projected to reach $38 billion by 2035, according to Goldman Sachs, Unitree is positioning itself at the forefront of this burgeoning industry. The company anticipates seeing its robots engaged in more commercial applications within the next three to five years. The Unitree H1 robots' performance at the Spring Festival Gala is a fascinating convergence of cutting-edge technology and traditional culture. As these machines continue to evolve, we may see them playing increasingly significant roles in various sectors, from entertainment to industry. While the idea of "Terminator-style" robots taking over might still be the stuff of science fiction, the rapid advancements in robotics certainly give us pause for thought about the future relationship between humans and machines. Would you want to see a performance with humans and humanoid robots dancing, or do you prefer traditional human-only performances? Let us know by writing us at For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Follow Kurt on his social channels: Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions: New from Kurt: Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
South China Morning Post
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Dancing kings: Unitree humanoid robots, backed by Alibaba tech, delight Spring Gala show
Chinese robotics company Unitree , backed by Alibaba Cloud technology, showed off the dancing skills of its general-purpose H1 humanoid robots at this year's Spring Festival Gala , China's most-watched television show, to the delight and awe of more than 1 billion viewers. Advertisement The Lunar New Year eve broadcast saw 16 H1 robots, all decked in floral red-and-white cheongsam vests, join a troupe of human dancers in a tightly choreographed performance of Chinese folk dance Yangge, kicking off a hi-tech celebration of the Year of the Snake The tech infrastructure provided by the cloud computing services and artificial intelligence (AI) arm of Alibaba Group Holding enabled the H1 robots to process high-frequency spatial data in real time, allowing them to recognise where they are and coordinate their movements. Alibaba owns the South China Morning Post. 01:01 Dancing robots take the stage at China's Spring Festival Gala performance Dancing robots take the stage at China's Spring Festival Gala performance Unitree's AI algorithm empowered the robots to 'understand' the music they were dancing to and execute humanlike terpsichorean movements, according to the Hangzhou -based company, formally known as Yushu Technology. The humanoid robots displayed their abilities to walk, run and jump on stage, delighting the show's vast audience. The performance was directed by one of China's most esteemed filmmakers, Zhang Yimou , who also directed the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics The performance marked the world's 'first large-scale, fully AI-driven and fully automated cluster humanoid robot performance in history – a perfect collision of technology and traditional culture', Unitree said in a statement on Wednesday. Advertisement The H1 automatons' milestone performance at the Spring Festival Gala reflects the progress being made by China's robotics industry, which gives the country an edge in its tech rivalry with the US and potentially meet the domestic demand for humanoid robots amid the country's ageing population
South China Morning Post
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Unitree humanoid robots, backed by Alibaba tech, delight Spring Gala show
Published: 7:00pm, 29 Jan 2025 Chinese robotics company Unitree , backed by Alibaba Cloud technology, showed off the dancing skills of its general-purpose H1 humanoid robots at this year's Spring Festival Gala , China's most-watched television show, to the delight and awe of more than 1 billion viewers. The Lunar New Year eve broadcast saw 16 H1 robots, all decked in floral red-and-white cheongsam vests, join a troupe of human dancers in a tightly choreographed performance of Chinese folk dance Yangge , kicking off a hi-tech celebration of the Year of the Snake . Unitree's AI algorithm empowered the robots to 'understand' the music they were dancing to and execute humanlike terpsichorean movements, according to the Hangzhou -based company, formally known as Yushu Technology. The humanoid robots displayed their abilities to walk, run and jump on stage, delighting the show's vast audience. The performance was directed by one of China's most esteemed filmmakers, Zhang Yimou , who also directed the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics . The performance marked the world's 'first large-scale, fully AI-driven and fully automated cluster humanoid robot performance in history – a perfect collision of technology and traditional culture', Unitree said in a statement on Wednesday. A Spring Festival Gala dancer moves up close to check one of Unitree's H1 humanoid robots that performed at the show on Tuesday. Photo: Unitree
