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Humanoid & Social Robots

What this is

Humanoid and social robots are built to interact with people. They assist, guide, speak, and respond in public and private spaces.

Why it matters

These robots affect trust directly. They interact with users, collect information, and influence behaviour.

Why governance is now urgent

Human-facing robots are moving from pilots to real deployment. Once public, failures are visible, fast, and hard to contain.

What can go wrong
Key facts
Investment in humanoid and social robots is accelerating
Deployment is expanding into healthcare, retail, and public services
Public trust depends on clear rules, human oversight, and accountability