13min chapter

Lex Fridman Podcast cover image

#329 – Kate Darling: Social Robots, Ethics, Privacy and the Future of MIT

Lex Fridman Podcast

CHAPTER

Emotional Bonds with Robots

This chapter explores the deep emotional connections humans can form with robots, likening them to bonds with pets and children. It discusses the transformative potential of social robots and the ethical challenges surrounding data privacy and personalization in AI systems. The conversation emphasizes the need for balancing technological advancement with societal interests, particularly regarding personal data ownership and consumer protection.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode