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Humanoid robots are getting even creepier (this one can cry on command)

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What happened

Humanoid robots have improved emotional mimicry to the point of being able to cry during an emotional conversation.

Key facts

  • Reported by Engadget and published Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:15:00 UTC.

Why it matters

Platform, chip and AI decisions set the terms other companies have to build on, so a single announcement here tends to ripple through products, supply chains and regulation.

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