Human-computer interaction25 Feb 2023The chatbots that say they can feelAI chatbots are already imagining what feelings they'll end up with. But if they did develop them, would we even notice?25 Feb 2023Future1 Mar 2019How to speak a language you can’tA computer programme Deepfake can make news presenters appear to speak languages they can’t – and could make it much harder for us to spot fake news.1 Mar 2019Future22 Feb 2019How VR can help fire investigatorsScanning real fire damage and recreating it in viritual reality could make investigations into blazes more effective.22 Feb 2019Future20 Jun 2016An app that chooses your friends?There are few aspects of our lives that are not influenced by algorithms. But would you let one manage your relationships with other humans?20 Jun 2016Future10 Sep 2015Are you taking too many pictures?Taking too many photos is spoiling your memories of important events. Maybe it’s time to put your smartphone away, says Tiffanie Wen.10 Sep 2015Future25 Aug 2015What’s wrong with self-driving carsLearning to drive a driverless car is more difficult than it sounds. One lab is monitoring how we might react when we have to give up the wheel to a computer.25 Aug 2015Future24 Jul 2015The truth about the Turing TestWhen bots can pass for human in conversation, it may not be the significant moment sci-fi would have us believe. Phillip Ball explores the strengths and limitations of the Turing Test.24 Jul 2015Future14 Jul 2015The ultimate guide to AISmart machines are about to shape your life in hidden ways. Welcome to a special series on AI – exploring the truth about what this technology means for you.14 Jul 2015Future15 May 2015My ride in a radical robot truckIn the Nevada desert, one truckmaker is testing a big rig that can drive itself. Jack Stewart joins the truck driver in the passenger seat.15 May 2015Future