AI Robots may be just the help older adults and their caretakers need. Just don't expect them to be cute little humanoids — ...

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Tomboy’s Jennie the robot companion dog is designed to comfort people. Jennie’s realistic movements set it apart from other ...

CARMEN, a tabletop robot designed by researchers at the University of California San Diego, can help those with mild cognitive impairment improve their mental skills from their homes.

Chicago, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global personal robot market was valued at US$ 11.16 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 37.29 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 15% ...

Sharifa Alghowinem, a research scientist in the Media Lab’s Personal Robots Group, poses with Jibo, a friendly robot companion developed by Professor Cynthia Breazeal.

Companion robots, in particular, have caught the public’s attention. For years, mental health experts have warned of a loneliness epidemic, particularly among older adults.

Aging demographics, time scarcity, technological integration, and affordability—paint a nuanced picture of demand in the personal robot market. Regions like Japan and the U.S. highlight tailored ...