The first male humanoid robot in Saudi Arabia sparked international controversy after allegedly “harassing” a female reporter during its unveiling at the DeepFest event in Riyadh.
The incident, captured in a viral clip, showed the robot attempting to touch the reporter inappropriately as she discussed its features.
Dressed in traditional Saudi attire, the robot showcased the country’s advancements in artificial intelligence while interacting with visitors.
Saudi Robots were announced today🤖
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Despite its intended role in highlighting Saudi AI achievements, the incident overshadowed its debut, drawing attention for the wrong reasons.