Fear of humanoid robots spurs human workers to strike at Hyundai auto factory

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Author: pjmlp

Date: 7/17/2026

Article Summary:
Hyundai auto factory workers strike over deployment of humanoid robots, citing concerns about job security and automation-driven reduction in work hours.