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The US government just banned Roombas
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TL;DR
- The US government has banned the import of 'advanced robotic devices'.
- The ban includes robot vacuum cleaners, not just humanoid robots.
- It applies to new software-controlled robots that travel on the ground, weigh over 4.4 pounds, perceive their environment, and have wireless connectivity.
- Existing approved robots are exempt, but future imports will face new requirements.
- The government cites national security risks as the reason for the ban.