Hundreds of Boston Dynamics employees demand that ICE not receive robot dogs
Employees at Boston Dynamics are protesting against a contract with ICE for modified robotic dogs, fearing ethical implications. A petition signed by about a quarter of the workforce expresses concerns over the company's association with a government agency known for its harsh treatment of civilians. Despite the backlash, Boston Dynamics maintains that the robots will not be weaponized and emphasizes its commitment to ethical development. The contract involves the delivery of four modified Spot robots for various monitoring tasks.