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Privacy concerns dominate: devices constantly listen, raising fears of data theft or misuse. However, market projections are optimistic; by 2025, home robotics could reach $23.5 billion, with companies like Tesla exploring humanoid helpers. Yet, true multi-purpose, emotionally intelligent, autonomous household robots remain years away.
Human Augmentation and Cyborgs: The Next Frontier
The line between human and machine is gradually blurring. Early prosthetics and neural implants—some controlled by thoughts—are already restoring mobility and senses, transforming disability. Future potentials include:
Enhanced Senses: Bionic eyes surpassing natural vision.
Cognitive Augmentation: Brain-computer interfaces for memory and reaction improvements.