2.1K views · 75 reactions | Boston Dynamics has shown off the newest capabilities of its robot dog, Spot: a well-executed triple backflip. The robotic gymnastics — which the company readily acknowledges “is not something our customers need” — follows several previous tricks Boston Dynamics bots have performed, from breakdancing and leaping to hurling heavy objects. | Popular Science | Facebook

53K views · 425 reactions | Sci-fi movie or real life? This robot dog filmed walking the streets of Shanghai, China, on March 29 is broadcasting COVID-19 safety protocols to residents currently under full lockdown. According to Newsflare, the robot’s audio told residents to ‘wear a mask, wash hands frequently, check temperature,’ and more. | NowThis | Facebook