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San Mateo County in California moves to require permits for commercial use of humanoid robots
San Mateo County in California has begun drafting a local ordinance that would require businesses to obtain permits before deploying humanoid robots for work. The proposal would include requirements such as emergency stop devices and fire-safety measures, and it would track potential job losses. Permit fee revenue could be used to buy firefighting equipment. Supporters cite rising lithium-ion battery fire risks, while others say safeguards cannot predict every failure.
