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Wow, The Future Has Arrived and It’s More Human Than Ever! It May Seem Like Something Out of a Movie, But The Reality Is That China Is Betting Big on Humanoid Robots to Tackle a Very Real Problem: The Aging Population and Growing Loneliness.
At the recent World Robotics Congress in Beijing, Lee Boyan, co-founder and CEO of X Robots, revealed that the demand for humanoid robots, robotic companions, for the elderly is evident and urgent.
With over 92 million adults living alone in China, representing more than 6% of the population, the situation is alarming.
And It’s Not Just The Older People Who Are In This, You Know?
There is a young crowd, between 20 and 39 years old, who are also in the same situation, facing loneliness and mental health issues. Many young Chinese are choosing to live alone due to the high cost of having a family and social pressure, which ends up contributing to the declining birth rate in the country.
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But it seems that humanoid robots could be the light at the end of the tunnel. These machines, which look like they came out of an episode of “Black Mirror“, are being trained to mimic human movements and express emotions more naturally, thanks to advances in artificial intelligence and artificial skin made from silicone and other petrochemicals.
The Idea Is That These Robots Act as Family Members or Friends, Providing Emotional Support and Company
Just imagine having a robot at home that not only keeps you company but also helps you with daily tasks? That’s very Black Mirror! And that’s not all, robots can also help relieve the pressure on young people, encouraging them to start families.
Of course, there are still plenty of issues to resolve, such as the cost, accessibility, and safety of these robots. But one thing is certain: the field of humanoid robots is a goldmine for those who love technology and innovation. Keep an eye out, because the future promises and is already knocking at the door!
我很高興，像我這樣的年輕人可以毫無問題地擁有一個新的愛情，擁有一個不煩人但有愛的機器人