Spy Cockroaches: German Startup Develops Bio-Robotic Insects for Intelligence & Rescue

• A German startup, SWARM Biotactics, is developing bio-robotic cockroaches for intelligence gathering and search-and-rescue missions.
• These 'spy cockroaches' will carry tiny 'mini backpacks' with electronic equipment, including GPS, microphones, and cameras.
• The technology uses electrodes on the cockroach's antennae to subtly guide its direction, not fully control it.
• Madagascar hissing cockroaches are chosen due to their size, allowing them to carry equipment and navigate tight spaces.
• The project aims to access dangerous or difficult-to-reach areas where humans or traditional drones cannot go.

Why It Matters: Bio-robotic spy cockroaches are being developed to gather intelligence and assist in rescue operations.