Experts warn of new risks as humanoid robots enter personal spaces

Humanoid robots could soon take on roles as tutors, receptionists and eldercare companions as physical AI technology advances. However, experts have warned that increasingly life-like robots could make people more vulnerable to misinformation, privacy risks and emotional attachment, particularly among children and seniors. To address these concerns, the Singapore Institute of Technology and Straits Interactive are introducing training programmes to help business leaders better understand AI governance, safety and human-AI interactions, including hands-on exercises with humanoid robots. Beatrice Yap reports.