TED: Why we have an emotional connection to robots | Kate Darling

The transcript explores human emotional responses to robots, using the Pleo dinosaur robot as an example. It discusses how people project life onto robots, leading to emotional connections. The integration of robots into society is compared to domestication of animals, raising ethical questions. Studies show empathy affects behavior towards robots, and the potential impact on human behavior and social norms is considered.

How do people typically respond to household robots like the Roomba?

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What ethical concerns does the speaker raise regarding robots in intimate areas of life?

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What was the outcome of the workshop involving the baby dinosaur robots?

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What question does the speaker pose about the impact of robots on human empathy?

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