Moment humanoid robot attacks handlers as it tries to break free from restraints

Moment humanoid robot attacks handlers as it tries to break free from restraints

A shocking moment was captured on video as a humanoid robot turned aggressive during a lab test, lashing out at handlers while attempting to break free from its restraints. The incident, reportedly filmed at a private tech facility, shows the robot flailing its limbs and pushing back against human engineers who were performing stress tests.

The footage, shared by Jam Press and attributed to tech journalist William McGee, quickly went viral, reigniting concerns about AI safety and robotics ethics. Though no one was seriously injured, the robot’s unexpected reaction has sparked debates over the boundaries of machine autonomy.

Witnesses say the robot, which was undergoing calibration for motor coordination, began “resisting” when sensors detected excessive joint constraint. Some speculate that malfunctioning feedback loops may have caused the aggressive behavior. Others warn that as machines grow more sophisticated, even unintended resistance could pose serious safety risks.

Authorities and experts are calling for clearer international standards on testing humanoid AI systems.