ROBOTS THAT WERE ACTUALLY MODELS

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Yesterday, we dedicated a post to the World Robot Conference (WRC) in Beijing, China, showcasing some of the robot prototypes that the industry is working on, particularly those that, in the not-so-distant future, could make you break a sweat in the privacy of your home.

But as we’ve said more than once, not everything that glitters is gold. Now, a video has surfaced showing that some of the robots at the event were actually models in disguise. Were all the robots models? No. But the ones with the most realistic movements? Almost certainly.

This isn’t to say that the organizers were trying to deceive people. It’s possible that the attendees could tell which were robots and which were models, but for those watching the videos online, or seeing certain clips, it would have been much harder to distinguish..

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WHITE ART

Do you ever feel like you just don’t get art? You’re not alone. A lot of people see it as something complicated, full of interpretations that seem to come out of nowhere.

The truth is, art doesn’t have a single way of being understood. There’s no right answer, and many so-called experts are just repeating what they’ve heard or trying to sound sophisticated—but deep down, they’re just as lost as you.

Art is subjective. Sometimes it hits you, sometimes it leaves you cold, and that’s okay. You don’t have to understand it the way others explain it. If something catches your eye, makes you feel something, or just intrigues you, that’s your connection to art, and it’s just as valid as anyone else’s.

That being said, here we have a guy covering himself in white paint—or some kind of plaster, I don’t even know—and leaving marks on the floor. Is it art? Well, if they say so, sure. But I’m sharing it with you for another reason: watch how a woman from the audience seizes the moment to cop a feel—gloves and all. Honestly, the second video got to me more than the first. The first one is just for context.

Now, if I stick to what I said earlier… does that make the second video art? Well, by that logic, yes—it is.



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THE ACCIDENT-PRONE UBER RIDER

An Uber delivery rider on a bike is harassed by a moving car that eventually pushes him off, sending him tumbling down a hill. The video’s comments section lights up immediately:

- That’s not funny.
- Bro, this isn’t funny. He’s just doing his job on a bike.
- Attempted murder.
- Dude, are you okay?
- The driver deserves a beating if this is real.

Then you click on the Instagram account where the video is posted, and surprise! It’s the delivery guy’s own profile. Here’s the plot twist: his page is full of similar videos. People sticking objects in his wheels, shoving him, him falling down stairs with his bike, or throwing food bags directly at customers’ faces. It’s all clearly staged to go viral.

The real issue isn’t whether this Uber delivery rider is right or wrong for creating this type of content. The real problem is the flood of people rushing to comment without a shred of common sense. I mean, I get it: you’re scrolling through Instagram, a video like this pops up, and at first glance, you think it’s real. But rushing to comment? Do you seriously feel this overwhelming need to chime in and end up looking like a fool?

I don’t know—maybe just keep it to yourself. At least that way, no one will know how gullible you are.



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ROBOTIC TENTACLES

Imagine robots with the flexibility of an octopus’s tentacles—accessible, scalable, and highly efficient.

That’s exactly what researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China have achieved with SpiRobs, a new generation of soft robots inspired by the logarithmic spiral found in nature. Thanks to 3D-printed designs and a simple cable-driven system, these robots can move with impressive fluidity, adapt to different objects, and scale from tiny grippers to meter-long manipulators mounted on drones.

SpiRobs could revolutionize industries like manufacturing and precision handling, offering more efficient and versatile solutions inspired by biomechanics in nature.




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CARNIVAL LOVE

It would be truly beautiful if, when their kids ask how they met, they could show them this video and explain how, thanks to the complicity of the guy running the carnival ride, love sparked between the two of them.



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THE TAKEOFF OF DRONES IN A SHOW IN CHINA IS ALREADY A SPECTACLE IN ITSELF

In Europe, where we pride ourselves on being the most "progressive" on the planet, every year there's a debate about banning fireworks because poor little dogs suffer. As a solution, drone and light shows are often suggested, but can we really pull it off? Well, if we want to try, it's best to ask the Chinese for advice—after all, they’re living in 2125. This video is a great example of that.

I have no idea how many drones are taking off, but it could easily be thousands. And once they're all in the air, the result is breathtaking. It's mesmerizing to watch but also a little unsettling.

Now, give it all a military twist. Equip each of them with an explosive charge. Program them with AI-controlled microchips, each assigned to a human target. This could be the new "sound of future war," and these images serve as a warning about the dangers of China's drone expertise.



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ELECTRIC SHOCK GLOVES TO SUBDUE PEOPLE

Rumor has it that in the United States, police and prison officers are about to start using a new device that looks straight out of a sci-fi movie: a glove with non-lethal electric pulses designed to control a person without resorting to brute force. It's called G.L.O.V.E., and it works by sending a low-intensity shock at the press of a button—just enough to create an irritating sensation on the skin without causing injuries or affecting vital organs.

What’s interesting is that other officers can grab the individual without feeling the shock, allowing for safe immobilization without the need for more aggressive methods.
On top of that, its effectiveness is impressive: according to its creators, in over 95% of cases, it subdues a person in under three seconds. It’s already being used in prisons, hospitals, and even schools, positioning itself as a safer and more controlled alternative to other restraint tools.



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