Asked whether building a robot that functions similarly to a human—only stronger, more heat resistant and less prone to fatigue—could put human jobs at risk, Boston Dynamics CEO Robert Playter said it likely will.

It’s been just over 12 years since Boston Dynamics unveiled its bipedal Atlas robot, and along the way it’s made huge advances in both mobility and AI capabilities. A new video (top) shared by the Massachusetts-based team on Wednesday highlights the ...

Spot, the four-legged robot from Boston Dynamics Inc., is perhaps best known for its viral dance routines to songs like “Uptown Funk.” But beyond its playful antics, Spot’s ability to climb stairs and open doors signals a potentially controversial ...