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The Download: US robot restrictions, and ICE’s DNA grab
MIT Tech Review·August 4, 2026·1 min read
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US restrictions on robots reflect Trump's AI protectionism, highlighting concerns about their capabilities and safety. Humanoid robots continue to struggle with basic tasks, raising questions about their practical applications.
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This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Trump’s AI protectionism has come for robotics —James O’Donnell Humanoid robots usually elicit more cringe than awe: They stumble, kick children, and despite advances are still worse at using their hands than my toddler. It’s…
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