Love & Sex With Robots Virtual Conference Set for Aug. 18

LOS ANGELES — New technologies are changing human sexuality and intimate relationships, both in life and in research. The sixth edition of the academic Love & Sex with Robots conference brings together international scholars, industry, stakeholders, and those who are curious about love and sex with robots.  When: Wednesday, August 18, 2021 to Friday, August 20, 2021 Time: 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. EST Location: Online – Hosted in Montreal Registration: ($29 CAD): lovewithrobots.com Conference organizers said recent technological advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) have opened the door to new possibilities for emotional and erotic interactions with machines. In the fields of Human-Computer Interaction and Human-Robot Interaction, the past few years have witnessed a strong upsurge of interest in the more personal aspects of human-machine relationships.  The International Congress on Love & Sex with Robots (LSR) brings together leading international researchers to openly exchange with members of the private sector, arts communities, political institutions, and the general public on the subject of human-machine love, sex, and relationships. This year’s keynote lineup features Dr. Justin Garcia, executive director of the Kinsey Institute; Dr. Lara Karaian, associate professor, Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Carleton University; Dr. Markie L.C. Twist, award-winning sexuality educator, sexologist, relationship therapist; and Davecat, robosexual, iDollator and advocate for artificial humans. Along with many academic speakers, the conference also has industry leaders such as Matt McMullen from RealBotix, Bjorn from Lux Botics, Alexis Smith from Cybrothol and Mike Wilson from Holodexxx.  For more information visit lovewithrobots.com. To register, click here.