What happened: A robot conductor named EveR 6 led South Korea's national orchestra performance for the first time ever. Details: The EveR 6 has a humanoid appearance, with two arms and a face that was specifically made to resemble human features. Choi Soo-yeoul, the co-lead conductor, said that he was impressed by the robot's detailed moves. Audience members stated that the Android robot was able to keep the rhythm but lacked the skill to keep the orchestra and the audience engaged. By the numbers: The AI-driven robot marketplace globally is worth $12B. This market is estimated to rise quickly to $23.3B in 2025, almost double. By 2028, the market is expected to reach $51B.
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