On the heels of an AI-powered humanoid robot setting the world record in the half-marathon, a study reveals that AI robots have defeated elite players in table tennis.

A paddle-wielding robot is so adept at playing table tennis that it is posing a tough challenge to elite human players and sometimes defeating them, according to a new study in the journal Nature that shows how advances in artificial intelligence are making robots more agile.

Ace, a ping-pong-playing robot, is the first to beat elite human players in a competitive sport, according to Sony AI. It's a big milestone for robotics that could extend beyond sports. NBC News'

Robotics and automation have moved well beyond the trade‑show stage and into a real investment cycle. Companies across manufacturing, logistics, and fulfillment are deploying collaborative robots, machine‑vision systems,