Who would have thought a few years ago that we would be so close to creating machines that look and act so much like humans? Humanoid robots have emerged from the realm of science fiction and are on the verge of becoming part of our everyday lives. This development raises numerous questions: How will we coexist with intelligent machines? What opportunities and risks does this new technology present? And will we consider robots as our neighbors in the future? Robots as Our New Neighbors? The idea of robots assisting us in our homes, caring for us in hospitals, or even looking after our children is both fascinating and frightening. On the one hand, humanoid robots promise to make our lives easier in many ways, taking over tasks that are tedious or dangerous for humans. On the other hand, this development also carries risks: Will robots eliminate jobs? Could they one day even become superior to us? And how will we emotionally bond with machines that are so similar to us? The Downside of ...