Computer software beats top shogi pro

Computer software beats top shogi pro

Amahiko Sato, a Meijin grandmaster, or top professional player of shogi Japanese chess, is seen on May 20, 2017, after losing to shogi software "Ponanza" in the final round of the human vs. computer two-match shogi series, at Himeji Castle in western Japan. Sato had also lost in the first round. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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