Your Face on a Robot.

How would you feel about a robot that looked just like you? One London-based company is seeking a "kind and friendly" face for a robot that will keep elderly people company-and that face could be reproduced on thousands of machines worldwide. The right look will make a big difference, as studies show that a robot's facial features can drastically affect how humans respond to it. The person who's chosen for this product will receive the equivalent of about $127,000--but they'll be giving the robot maker the rights to their likeness for eternity. That sci-fi scenario hasn't deterred candidates from sending in their selfies; the...

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