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Disney enters the programmable robot market with its own kids robot

Dean Takahashi, VentureBeat04.29.2008
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Robots aren’t just for hobbyists anymore. The programmable gadgets have taken off thanks to the efforts of tech-oriented companies such as WowWee, Sony, Ugobe and LEGO. But the market may be ready for a whole new level as Disney enters the market tomorrow. Disney Consumer Products is announcing Wednesday that it will... (Read more)

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As robots become more common, questions arise about how they will be controlled from the perspective of social accountability. One way to regulate robot behavior is to form legal contracts with their owners. --Ben


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