With Kuri gone and Jibo going through digital dementia, it’s heartbreaking to see such a promising industry start to decline. But are personal robots failing due to lack of technology or because society isn’t ready?

If you’re a frequent reader of our blog, you’ll know that we’re huge fans of robots. We don’t just like them because they simplify our lives. Robots are, in general, the result of the pioneers of technology. They show us just how far we’ve come and where we’re headed. Take Sophia for example. Not only does she impress us with every interaction and joke – she’s also been granted citizenship and is paving the way for the future of robotics. But, not every robot is a success story.