Listen "Understanding Robot Learning and Its Societal Impact with Dr. Abhinav Valada"
Episode Synopsis
On this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Abhinav Valada, Professor and Director of the Robot Learning Lab at the University of Freiburg, to explore the future of robotics and the essential regulations needed for their integration into society.Key Takeaways:(00:00) The potential economic impact of AI. (03:37) The distinction between perceived and actual AI capabilities. (04:24) Challenges in training robots with real-world data. (08:51) Limitations of current AI reasoning capabilities. (13:16) The importance of conveying robot intent for collaboration. (17:33) The need for specific guidelines for robotic systems. (21:00) Mandating AI ethics courses in Germany. (25:10) Collaborative robots and workforce implications. (30:00) Privacy issues in human-robot interaction.(35:02) The importance of pilot programs for autonomous vehicles. (39:00) International collaboration in AI legislation. (40:38) Inclusion of diverse voices in robotics research.Resources Mentioned:Dr. Abhinav Valada - https://www.linkedin.com/in/avalada/University of Freiburg - https://www.linkedin.com/company/university-of-freiburg/EU AI Act - https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/european-approach-artificial-intelligenceRobot Learning Lab, University of Freiburg - https://www.researchgate.net/lab/Robot-Learning-Lab-Abhinav-Valada Thanks for listening to the Regulating AI: Innovate Responsibly podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review to help get the word out about the show. And be sure to subscribe so you never miss another insightful conversation.#AIRegulation #AISafety #AIStandard
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