It’s nearly the end of #CatRoyale: #BlastTheory’s latest installation, at the #WorldScienceFestival in Brisbane, in which an automated robot arm attempts to learn how best to play with cats to make them happy.

A perfect blend of art, technology, critical thinking, provocation, political commentary and #cats. (Who are all very well looked after, don’t worry.)

Finishes tomorrow, but you can see highlight videos and find out more at the Blast Theory website:

https://www.blasttheory.co.uk/catroyale

My favourite episode yet on #catroyale https://youtu.be/TEr6MkoteT0 Clover once again steals the show with cat parkour and some rough play with the orange bird. #cats #ai #robot #art
Cat Royale: Day Seven

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I've been ready for the Johnny Mnemonic implants since the 90's, but would I trust AI with my pets? 3 kitties spend 12 days with a robot arm to keep them entertained. The AI offers activities for the cats, learning what makes them happier. Day 3 and it's all about ball games https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60G2tHU5frA #catroyale
Cat Royale: Day three

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