AI Ping Pong Robot Defeats Decade-Plus Human Players, Upgrades to Beat Pros in Competitive Matches
On April 23, 2026, Sony AI announced that its table tennis robot, named ‘Ace,’ had defeated human professional players in official matches sanctioned by the Japan Table Tennis Association (JTTA). This milestone followed earlier victories against elite amateur players with over a decade of experience, marking a significant advancement in the application of artificial intelligence … Read more