Japanese University Use Robots To Hold A Virtual Graduation Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

A Japanese University has held the world's first online graduation ceremony using robots due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Students at Business Breakthrough University in Tokyo didn't get a traditional ceremony but had the next best thing using "newme" telepresensence robots and a tablet hosting a Zoom call.

Graduates had the experience of walking across the stage and accepting their diplomas virtually on March 28, all while self-isolating at home.

The robots were dressed in a cap and gown and fitted with tablets on their heads allowing students to show their face using Zoom.

The University is hoping the initiative will be helpful to educational institutions who are having difficulty holding graduation and entrance ceremonies.