Stephen Hawking fears robots could take over in 100 years
By Sharon Gaudin for ComputerWorld: Worried that one day we'll have robot overlords? You're in good company.
Reknowned physicist, cosmologist and author of A Brief History of Time, Stephen Hawking said this week that robots, powered by artificial intelligence (A.I.), could overtake humans in the next 100 years.
Speaking at the Zeitgeist conference in London, Hawking said: "Computers will overtake humans with AI at some within the next 100 years. When that happens, we need to make sure the computers have goals aligned with ours," according to a report in Geek.
This isn't the first time Hawking has spoken about the threat that comes along with machine learning, A.I. and robotics.
In December, Hawking said, "the development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race."
Global Industrial Robotics Market Estimated to be Worth Over $15 billion (Hardware market) by 2024
19Columns announces the availability of its latest market analysis on - "The Global Industrial Robotics Market 2015-2024 - Complete Market Research Study", containing over 150 market data figures and info graphics. The overall market, software and hardware included, is estimated to reach $50.7 billion by 2024.
Drone use could soon become common practice for 40% of businesses, according to corporate risk managers surveyed by Munich Re.
Silicon Labs Introduces World's Most Energy-Friendly USB Microcontrollers
EFM32 Happy Gecko MCU Family Simplifies USB Connectivity for Power-Sensitive, Battery-Operated IoT Applications
Self-Flying, Throw-and-Shoot, Lily Camera Is Unveiled
Pre-Ordering Available May 12
Teradyne and Universal Robots Announce Agreement for Teradyne to Acquire Universal Robots, Leader in Collaborative Robots
Collaborative Robotics is an emerging $100 million market with forecasted rapid growth
---Universal Robots is the leader in collaborative robots with over 4,000 units sold
---Establishes Teradyne position early in a high growth segment of industrial automation
---Teradyne provides revenue synergies, financial strength and global reach to accelerate Universal Robots growth
--- Cash only transaction using offshore funds, immediately accretive
GrandeSoft Signs on as OCTOPUZ Reseller
GrandeSoft will offer customers a unique manufacturing tool designed to improve efficiencies, reduce costs and increase productivity.
Güdel Introduces New and Improved High Payload Gantry Robots
Slimmer machine profile has higher payload capacity, improved repeatability and easier access for maintenance with new linear motion technology.
Baxter 'Breaks the Mold' at Crescent Industries to Drive Consistency and Flexibility
Rethink Robotics' Baxter Feeds and Unloads Custom Injection Molding Press
Video - Axium's Robotic Rotary Welder for Zeta Tank
This cell is divided into 4 stations: A manual loading/unloading station and three process stations where tank openings are cut and numerous components welded on.
Technological Innovation in Health Tech, Robotics and Smart Sensors Take Stage at HAX's Sixth Demo Day
Fifteen Startups Unveiled New Hardware Products Intended to Disrupt the IoT, Health and Wellness Industries during HAX Accelerator Demo Day
CEA Applauds Introduction of Senate UAS Legislation
CEA market research expects 2015 to be a defining year for unmanned systems, with the category ideally positioned for steady growth.
Announcing the 2015 Soft Robotics Competitions!
The 2015 Prize for Contributions in Soft Robotics rewards academic researchers for sharing their work and advancing the field. The competitions include $10,000 in prizes!
AUVSI 2015 - Robotics Poised to Revolutionize Manufacturing, Daily Life, Speaker Says
Automation will lead to other revolutions in electronic commerce.
Tern Tech Offshoots Show Potential for New UAS Capabilities at Sea
DARPA aiming to share breakthrough, low-cost technologies to improve launch and retrieval of unmanned aerial systems and maritime situational awareness
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