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Kate Darling on human-machine partnerships

May 1, 2024
MIT research scientist Kate Darling discusses human-robot emotional connections, trust in AI, interactions with robots at home, and the future of human-AI partnerships in the workplace. She highlights the importance of understanding human psychology in technology development and the potential societal impacts of AI companions.
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Quick takeaways

  • People form emotional connections with robots, treating them as social agents rather than just tools.
  • Redefining human-agent relationships to focus on collaboration and augmentation with AI enhancing human skills.

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