Sophia is a female-presenting social humanoid robot developed in 2016 by the Hong Kong –based company Hanson Robotics. [1] Sophia was activated on 14 February 2016, [2] and …

Sophia is Hanson Robotics’ most advanced human-like robot, created by combining breakthrough innovations in robotics, AI, and artistry.

She is the world’s first robot citizen and the first robot Innovation Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme. Sophia is now a household name, with appearances on the …

Oct 28, 2025 · Sophia is a social humanoid robot developed by Hanson Robotics, a Hong Kong–based company known for blending art and engineering. She was first activated in 2016 …

Apr 5, 2025 · Sophia is not just any robot; she is a social humanoid designed to learn and adapt through interaction. With her expressive face and ability to hold conversations, she has …

Jun 1, 2025 · Together, they unpack how emerging technologies—AI, robotics, virtual reality—are reshaping storytelling, policy, and the human experience. From poetry at the UN to AI …

Sophia is one of the world's most expressive humanoid robots. Developed by Hong Kong-based Hanson Robotics and activated in 2016, it is still among the most sophisticated social robots …

Aug 4, 2025 · In 2025, the intersection of artificial intelligence and robotics presents unprecedented opportunities and challenges. Sophia the Robot, a pioneering creation by …

May 29, 2025 · David Hanson works on Sophia, a human-like robot. (Courtesy Gravitas Ventures) The documentary "My Robot Sophia" tells the story of David Hanson 's quest to create a …

Dec 13, 2024 · Boasting the ability to mimic facial expressions, hold human-like conversations with people, and recognize their gestures, Sophia is “a global icon” of artificial intelligence, …