Although we're always keen on new military tech (hey, it gives us something to write about), we're gonna have to side with the Doubting Thomases on this one, because the impending "ROBO-ONE in the Space" satellite is simply too important to risk even a single stray laser strike.

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"One of the outcomes of the 'robo-signing' scandal is that it is more difficult to foreclose, " said Mr. Baker.

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There's the subservient kind, the virtual representative, the odd one with an artistic bent, and even robo-cattle.

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Wells Fargo was one of many banks to halt foreclosures last month after evidence of robo-signing, which are being investigated by a joint operation including Attorneys General from all 50 states.

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