Swedish startup introduces robot learning system akin to animals

AI engineers have developed a new type of technology called a "digital nervous system." This allows robots to learn from real-world experiences, similar to how humans and animals do. The Swedish startup IntuiCell introduced this innovation with a robot dog named Luna. In a demonstration, Luna learned to stand up on its own, resembling a newborn giraffe in its struggle. IntuiCell’s CEO, Viktor Luthman, explained that their software enables machines to solve problems and adapt in real-time without needing prior training or extensive data. He emphasized that this breakthrough is different from existing AI technologies, which rely on pre-trained models and large datasets. Luthman believes their system marks a significant shift in artificial intelligence. The new technology could eventually help robots perform tasks in unpredictable environments. Possible uses include humanoid robots that can clean homes, assist in hospitals, or drive cars. Luthman compared trying to predict the future applications of this technology to forecasting the uses of the internet in the 1990s. Udaya Rongala, a co-founder of IntuiCell, noted that their approach is distinct from traditional methods. He stated that their aim is not to simply make bigger and better AI but to create a fundamentally different kind of intelligence.