**AI Robot Dances for Putin at Sberbank Exhibition**
An AI-driven humanoid robot named Green performed a dance for President Vladimir Putin during a recent exhibition hosted by Sberbank, Russia’s largest bank, aimed at highlighting the company’s technological innovations. The event, broadcasted on state television, featured Putin observing the robot as it introduced itself and showcased its capabilities before dancing to what it claimed was its favorite song. Putin praised the performance as “very beautiful” and expressed his gratitude to the robot before resuming his tour of the exhibition.
Green, described as the first Russian humanoid robot equipped with artificial intelligence, explained to Putin, “My name is Green. I am not just a program on a screen, but a physical embodiment of technology.” Sberbank announced plans to continuously upgrade the robot’s software, with potential applications in various physical tasks and a pilot project to integrate it into certain business operations.
The unusual demonstration was closely monitored by Putin’s security detail, with one bodyguard positioned between the robot and the president to ensure safety. During the exhibition, Putin also examined one of Sberbank’s advanced smart cash machines, which utilizes a camera to provide customers with health summaries based on ten indicators, including pulse and blood pressure. He mentioned that he had recently undergone a health checkup and received positive results.
This performance followed a less successful presentation of another Russian robot, Aidol, which stumbled and fell shortly after its debut on stage in Moscow. The incident prompted organizers to quickly cover the robot with a black drape to shield it from the media’s view. Dmitry Filonov, an audience member and technology startup editor, noted the initial silence followed by applause in support of the fallen robot.
Vladimir Vitukhin, CEO of Aidol, stated that the robot was still in the learning phase and expressed hope that the mishap would serve as a valuable experience. He attributed the fall to a voltage fluctuation and environmental factors, including lighting, while acknowledging that the robot’s design aims to evoke sympathy.
As Russia continues to explore the realm of AI-powered robotics, these events highlight both the potential and challenges faced in this rapidly evolving field.
**FAQ**
**What is the significance of the AI robot performance for Russia?**
The performance of the AI robot at the Sberbank exhibition signifies Russia’s efforts to advance in the field of artificial intelligence and robotics, showcasing technological innovations while also highlighting the challenges faced in this competitive sector.
