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New York police dump controversial robot dog that inspired terrifying Black Mirror episode after backlash
New York police will stop using a robotic dog similar to ones that inspired an episode of dystopian Netflix series Black Mirror after a backlash over its deployment.
Key points:
- The remote-controlled Boston Imaging robots are used around the world
- Videos of the robots dancing, hauling trucks and opening doors have been circulated
- Critics say the robots illustrate the increased militarisation of US police
The New York Police Department (NYPD) ended its contract with manufacturer Boston Dynamics over the remote-controlled four-legged machine, which police dubbed “Digidog”, on April 22.
The force had rented the futuristic fido last year, with chiefs declaring that the AI device would help “save lives, protect people and protect officers”.
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