Oct 1 2018 – John Biggs – TechCrunch
The HRP-5P is a humanoid robot from Japan’s Advanced Industrial Science and Technology institute that can perform common construction tasks including — as we see above — install drywall.
June 2 2018 – Mike Allen – Axios
We’re entering a new, robot-fueled tech boom that is already disrupting the world’s balance of power, and is changing how we fight wars, stay alive, drive, work, shop and do chores.
May 2018 – Jacques Bughin, Eric Hazan, Susan Lund, Peter Dahlström, Anna Wiesigner, and Amresh Subramaniam – McKinsey & Company
Demand for technological, social and emotional, and higher cognitive skills will rise by 2030. How will workers and organizations adapt?
Mar 20 2018 – S. McElwee, C. McAuliffe, & J. Green – The Nation
One notable 2020 contender is already doing it.
Apr 25 2018 – Dan Robitzski – Futurism
Japanese companies are facing a workforce automation problem, though it’s not the kind you’re used to hearing about. These companies need to employ robots to replace the hoards of workers approaching retirement age!
Oct 6 2017 – CBInsights.com
Automation is coming after jobs, from fast food workers to accountants. This study shows which jobs are most at risk, given several different factors.
Jun 6 2017 – A. Glaser & R. Molla – Recode
Compared to other industries, construction hasn’t seen much growth, making it perfect for a robotic takeover.