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  • CES 2026: Humanoid Robots Arrive
    Imagine a world where a gentle, helping hand is always nearby, ready to assist with life’s daily rhythms. At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, this incredible future began to take shape, as humanoid robots commanded our deepest attention. These remarkable machines, designed to bring ease and companionship into our homes, demonstrated an astonishing grace, moving with a fluidity that truly mirrored our own – walking, sitting, carefully grasping objects, and even pouring a cup of coffee with practiced precision. It’s a vision that’s already taking hold, with over 70 advanced robots finding their way into homes, schools, and the hands…
  • AI: Are We Living in a Simulation?
    Sometimes, when I look at the incredible complexity of a single leaf, or the vast, silent expanse of the night sky, I can’t help but wonder. Is this all… real? I mean, *really* real? Not just “is my coffee real?” real, but “is the fundamental fabric of my perceived existence truly what it appears to be?” For millennia, philosophers have pondered this. Today, with the rapid ascent of artificial intelligence, we have a new lens through which to view these ancient questions, particularly one that’s been gaining quite a bit of digital traction: the Simulation Hypothesis. What is this “Simulation…
  • India’s SVAN-M2 Robot Shines
    At the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, a remarkable story unfolded, placing India firmly on the global map of advanced robotics. The star was the SVAN-M2 quadruped robot, a marvel of indigenous innovation born from xTerra Robotics and IIT Kanpur. This event powerfully highlighted India’s growing expertise in AI-driven robotics, showcasing the SVAN-M2’s impressive capabilities in industrial inspection, security, and navigating challenging terrains. Though the summit began with a brief controversy over a misattributed robot, attention quickly shifted to authentic Indian achievements. The SVAN-M2 emerged as a star, its demonstrations captivating crowds and affirming India’s self-reliance in advanced,…