Secure Robotics: Exploring Safety, Trust, and Cybersecurity with Prof. Damith Herath and Adam Haskard

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Episode Summary

In this episode, Cole Cornford speaks to two guests on the topic of robotics: Damith Herath, a Professor at the University of Canberra, and Adam Haskard, co-founder and Director of Bluerydge, a Canberra-based cybersecurity and technology firm. Together, Damith and Adam are conducting research into Secure Robotics, an emerging field of study that addresses the intersection of robotic safety, trust, and cybersecurity. In their conversation with Cole, they discuss the growth opportunities for robotics, how someone interested in the field could pursue a career in robotics, potential risks of the common household vacuum robots, and plenty more.

Timestamps

2:00 - Robotics: definitions & applications

8:45 - The intersection of robotics & cybersecurity

10:00 - Trust & safety in robotics & cyber

15:00 - Emerging risks in robotics

18:40 - The role of cybersecurity in robotics

20:30 - Regulation and innovation in robotics

40:00 - Growth opportunities for robotics

29:00 - Future of robotics & AI

32:00 - Career pathways into robotics

39:00 - Rapid fire questions

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