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What happens when a kid’s robot best friend dies? | MIT Technology Review

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The article discusses the bond between a neurodivergent child named Xander and his interactive robot friend, Moxie, exploring the implications of AI in aiding social skills for children. It highlights the challenges and potential failures of such technology, particularly for vulnerable users, while providing insights from experts in the field.
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What happens when a kid’s robot best friend dies?
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80
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75
Concise
80

The article presents a nuanced exploration of a child's relationship with a social robot, adhering well to journalistic standards for news writing.

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