SONY'S AI ROBOT WINS TABLE TENNIS MATCHES AGAINST ELITE PLAYERS
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Sony AI's Ace robot has defeated elite table tennis players in official competition, winning three of five matches in a notable milestone for robotic performance in competitive sport.
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