Tag: Robotics
South Korea could be the first country in the world to implement a ‘robot tax’
Image: AP/REX/Shutterstock Amid fears about robots replacing human jobs, South Korea could become the first country in the world to introduce a “robot tax.” A new proposal could see the country reduce the amount of tax benefits for companies that invest in automated machinery. SEE ALSO: Bill Gates is another smart guy who is terrified […]
Japanese authorities decry ongoing robot failures at Fukushima
Six years ago, a massive earthquake, consequent tsunami and nuclear crisis struck Japan. International organizations rushed to help the countrys devastated residents, and to figure out how to clean up Fukushima Daiichi, the wrecked nuclear power plant. Robots offered a ray of hope amid unfathomable loss. At least they did, until recently. As the Asahi […]
Green Meadow PolyGnomes Continue Record Robotics Season to World Championships
Chestnut Ridge, NY (PRWEB) March 24, 2015 Green Meadow Waldorf School’s robotics team, The PolyGnomes, are still powering foward! They won all three of their qualifying tournament championships and were finalists in both the NY Empire and New York City regional championships. They also received two prestigious judged prizes, the PTC Robot Design Award and […]