AI robot monk unveiled in Japan

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Japanese researchers have unveiled a robot monk powered by AI that they say can dispense spiritual advice and maybe one day ease shortages of its human counterparts.

Trained on even the most esoteric Buddhist scriptures, the University of Kyoto said the machine can answer sensitive questions that people may feel hesitant to share with other humans. In addition, this two-legged humanoid robot can offer a sense of presence at religious sanctuaries in addition to voice communications. The university said in a statement that they may assist with or replace some of the religious rituals traditionally performed by human monks.

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