SoftBank Robotics Corp.'s "Pepper" robot has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's first mass-produced humanoid service robot, the company said Monday.The 121-centimeter-tall Pepper, designed for human interaction through spoken conversation, has been used in various settings, including shopping malls, schools and nursing homes since its debut on June 5, 2014.The company also said it has launched "Pepper+," equipped with the latest artificial intelligence technology, aiming not only to engage people through communication but also to provide services such as demonstrating …READ FULL ARTICLE
