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David Hanson

Founder of Hanson Robotics

Developed the first robot to be granted citizenship in Saudi Arabia
Innovated in the field of artificial intelligence and robotics
Pioneered the development of emotionally expressive robots

David Hanson, a pioneer in the field of robotics and AI, is best known for founding Hanson Robotics and creating Sophia, one of the most advanced humanoid robots in the world. His work focuses on the development of robots that can express emotions and interact with humans on a deeply human level.

Milestones

The Deep Learning Revolution Culture

The Robot That Became a Citizen

Saudi Arabia granted citizenship to a humanoid robot named Sophia, igniting a global debate about AI rights, personhood, and who deserves legal status.

2017