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The world’s first ‘thinking’ robot

Oct 27, 20215 min
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Episode description

Japanese scientists have created the first ever ‘thinking’ robot. The machine was able to move around and dodge barriers on its own - thanks to the use of its brain-like neurons. Scientists in China claim to have built the world’s first programmable quantum computers. Microsoft says that 59% of UK firms will miss the 2050 net zero target. TikTok and Snap try to prove they’re not like Facebook. Apple reveal new ‘shareplay’ feature. Ministers face High Court battle over WhatsApp use. And, new report finds singing lemurs have rhythm like humans.

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