While the idea of charming entities all around us, guiding us through everyday tasks and reminding us to do things throughout the day may seem benign, some experts raise concerns about the implications of robots in our daily lives. Once designers can perfect the art of manipulation, manufacturers can use this power to entice people to adopt behaviors that may not be in their best interest. There could be, for instance, a robot that tempts you to buy more unhealthy food or buy a lottery ticket.
Carla Diana, “Talking, Walking Objects” via NYTimes
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