davieG Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 De Montfort University professor launches campaign against sex robots By fdryden | Posted: September 16, 2015 Roxxxy Pillow is being developed in the USA Comments (3)A De Montfort University researcher has launched a campaign against the use of sex robots. Professor Kathleen Richardson, a senior research fellow in the ethics of robotics, launched a web campaign yesterday (Tues) to stop their development saying that they were "harmful" and "contributed to inequalities in society". Professor Richardson believes that they objectify women and children, reduce empathy developed by mutual relationships and do nothing to prevent sexual exploitation and violence associated with prostitution. Instead, she believes that the robots will coexist in the sex trade, creating added demand. She said: "The robots create a negative stereotype of women that suggest they are only here to serve men. They're harmful and degrading to meaningful relationships and will create another demand for the sex industry. "I want people to join the 'Campaign Against Sex Robots', discuss the issues and ultimately make the choice not to use something like this." TrueCompanions.com is an American firm, which says it is behind the world's first sex robot named RoxxxyPillow. The company's website claims it delivers the "ultimate sex robot" which can talk, listen, carry on a conversation, feel your touch and be a true friend. Priced around $995, the robot has already garnered media attention from the likes of Jimmy Kimmel and David Letterman in its native US. Designed by Douglas Hines, who has also developed a male version named Rocky, he told the Leicester Mercury: "At True Companion, our sex robot customers utilize them as a companion not only for sexual pleasure but also to help meet social interaction and health needs. "They provide unconditional love and understanding. From a warm, loving embrace, to the willingness to listen and empathize with its owner. The robots are programmed to be caring and supportive and the sexual side is only one element. "They can empower people not only physically, but socially too." Read more: http://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/Montfort-University-professor-launches-campaign/story-27801922-detail/story.html#ixzz3ltOFIf9H Follow us: @Leicester_Merc on Twitter | leicestermercury on Facebook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blur Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 I read somewhere that they are considering to develop children robots for paedophiles so they will not victimise real children http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-echochambers-28353238 I am totally against it, it could be a start of a slippery slope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpe's Fox Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Not with a mug like that it looks like Katie Hopkins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Fynwy Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Not with a mug like that it looks like Katie Hopkins That is Katie Hopkins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alf Bentley Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Not with a mug like that it looks like Katie Hopkins Looks more like Chrissie Hynde to me..... Ironic, given her recent controversial comments about rape. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacamion Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 So women can have sybians, rabbits and multi-pronged squirmy rooter electric dildos, yet this female professor spits her dummy (no pun intended) when male masturbators start to get some sex / robot action? For shame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MattP Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Chrissie Hynde is a great shout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 You'd think they'd at least make it look remotely shaggable. Although I suppose if you are going down this route, you'll stick it in anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babylon Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Seems like Professor Kathleen Richardson wanted her fifteen minutes of fame then. Looks like Lady Gaga after bad plastic surgery and too much lip filler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babylon Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 I think I've just found out why she doesn't like that doll... does she know the person who made it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Joachim Jr Shabadoo Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Do you have to wait until the robot is 16? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simmo1977 Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Sounds quite appealing, a Mrs that doesn't nag and moan all day. If it can cook then I think I'm in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lianne81 Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 I read somewhere that they are considering to develop children robots for paedophiles so they will not victimise real children http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-echochambers-28353238 I am totally against it, it could be a start of a slippery slope. Have to agree with you , if they do make them i think it won't stop them doing it to children no matter what . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpleronnie Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Looks more like Chrissie Hynde to me..... Ironic, given her recent controversial comments about rape. Definately, problem is most people would reconise katie hopkins....for shame. I read somewhere that they are considering to develop children robots for paedophiles so they will not victimise real children http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-echochambers-28353238 I am totally against it, it could be a start of a slippery slope. TBH you would need a slipery slope if you wanted sex with a robot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymsey Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 What happens if it has 'technical issues'? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rincewind Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Knowing my luck the robot would say no or have an headache. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpleronnie Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 What happens if it has 'technical issues'? An embarrassing trip to A & E with your tail and a robot between your legs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingcarr21 Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Ive already pre ordered the RRRRR version. The Really Randy Rachel Riley Robot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymsey Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 So you can't be a virgin if you had sex with a human-like robot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finnegan Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Hell no, I've seen Ghost in the Shell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fox92 Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Ive already pre ordered the RRRRR version. The Really Randy Rachel Riley Robot They'd sell out I'm sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 So you can't be a virgin if you had sex with a human-like robot? Does snogging SPG count? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bellend Sebastian Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 There's a ton of issues around this, but the one I cannot help think about is what sort of conversation you could have with a sex doll costing a mere $995. Not likely to be cutting edge A.I. is it? I read somewhere that they are considering to develop children robots for paedophiles so they will not victimise real children http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-echochambers-28353238 I am totally against it, it could be a start of a slippery slope. Have to agree with you , if they do make them i think it won't stop them doing it to children no matter what . I understand that it seems a bit of a weird concept, but I don't think we should be too quick to dismiss things that could be helpful in managing folks' 'deviant' urges by providing them with a relatively harmless outlet for them. It's not a case of 'encouraging' someone to be a paedophile (having access to a sex robot or not doesn't affect how someone is wired), it's about having some sort of control over how that potentially risky condition manifests itself. Surely it's better than them accessing kiddie porn? Won't be ordering an RRRRR model as I still aspire to getting with the real thing. I CAN DREAM, CAN'T I? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnny the fox Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 I have had one for ages..but I keep fusing her.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babylon Posted 16 September 2015 Share Posted 16 September 2015 Surely it's better than them accessing kiddie porn? Which they could continue to do anyway. If the urge is there, then the urge is there. They could just use their minds and their hands if they wanted... but many don't clearly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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