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Why “Question Zero” should be a priority in social robotics

  • Date
    7 July 2026
    Timeframe
    17:00 - 17:15
    Duration
    15 minutes
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    The presentation will survey a new wave of self‑reflective debate that is reshaping the field of social robotics and human‑robot interaction. While the current discourse encompasses many critical issues, “Question Zero” – Do we really need robots? – is highlighted as a concrete example. This simple, yet powerful query challenges the enthusiastic view of social robots as a universal technological fix. By prioritizing “Question Zero”,  robotics researchers and developers are prompted to examine the ethical, societal, and practical implications of building such systems. This focus helps ground the field in responsible innovation, ensuring that new technologies serve genuine human needs and a greater good.

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