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German police seize robot over alleged groping incident
Original: German police seize robot after it allegedly groped a teenage girl
German police have seized a robot after it allegedly groped a teenage girl. The unusual case raises new questions about accountability and safety standards for robots interacting with the public, and how the law treats machines when their actions cause harm.
Why now: The bizarre nature of police impounding a robot over an alleged assault is prompting widespread discussion about robotics and legal responsibility.
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