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One of the paramount concerns surrounding AI-powered robotics is safety. Google is tackling this head-on with an AI safety system named Asimov, a reference to the famed science fiction writer Isaac Asimov, whose works introduced the iconic three laws of robotics. This safety system serves as an oversight mechanism to mitigate risks and prevent robots from making potentially harmful decisions.
For instance, if a user attempts to manipulate the AI into performing a perilous action, such as boiling water unsafely, the Asimov system can identify potential danger and restrain the robot from completing that task. Google also emphasizes that their AI has been fortified against manipulation, further ensuring that it won't be misled into reckless behaviors.