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GLOBAL AI PLAYER CARNIVAL in Shanghai

GLOBAL AI PLAYER CARNIVAL in Shanghai

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 27, 2025 - A chess robot from SenseTime showcased at GLOBAL AI PLAYER CARNIVAL&WEST BUND INTERNATIONAL TECH CONSUMER CARNIVAL in Shanghai, China on October 27, 2025.

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Southern China Prepares for Typhoon Ragasa

Southern China Prepares for Typhoon Ragasa

Evacuated residents play Chinese chess inside a badminton gymnasium of Shenzhen University in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, September 23, 2025. South China's Guangdong Province raised its wind emergency response to the highest level at 10 a.m. Tuesday, as Typhoon Ragasa is forecast to make landfall along the central or western coastal areas of the province as a strong or super strong typhoon within 24 hours. The provincial flood, drought and wind control headquarters have urged all localities and departments to act with the highest standards, strictest requirements and most concrete measures, and have ordered major affected areas to suspend classes, work, production, public transportation and business operations. Cities including Zhuhai, Shenzhen and Jiangmen have implemented these suspensions. Photo by Xinhua/Mao Siqian/ABACAPRESS.COM

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First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

French international chess master Julien Song as part of the first edition of Sports' Day (Fete du sport) on Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville in Paris, France on September 14, 2025. Following the grand parade of athletes for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which took place on September 14, 2024, on the Champs-Elysees avenue, French President proposed establishing an annual Sports' Day on this date, similar to the Fete de la Musique on June 21. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

French international chess master Julien Song as part of the first edition of Sports' Day (Fete du sport) on Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville in Paris, France on September 14, 2025. Following the grand parade of athletes for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which took place on September 14, 2024, on the Champs-Elysees avenue, French President proposed establishing an annual Sports' Day on this date, similar to the Fete de la Musique on June 21. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

French international chess master Julien Song as part of the first edition of Sports' Day (Fete du sport) on Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville in Paris, France on September 14, 2025. Following the grand parade of athletes for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which took place on September 14, 2024, on the Champs-Elysees avenue, French President proposed establishing an annual Sports' Day on this date, similar to the Fete de la Musique on June 21. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

French international chess master Julien Song as part of the first edition of Sports' Day (Fete du sport) on Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville in Paris, France on September 14, 2025. Following the grand parade of athletes for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which took place on September 14, 2024, on the Champs-Elysees avenue, French President proposed establishing an annual Sports' Day on this date, similar to the Fete de la Musique on June 21. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

First Edition of the Sports' Day - Paris

French international chess master Julien Song as part of the first edition of Sports' Day (Fete du sport) on Place de l'Hôtel-de-Ville in Paris, France on September 14, 2025. Following the grand parade of athletes for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which took place on September 14, 2024, on the Champs-Elysees avenue, French President proposed establishing an annual Sports' Day on this date, similar to the Fete de la Musique on June 21. Photo by Alexis Jumeau/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Global Industrial Internet Conference - China

Global Industrial Internet Conference - China

A visitor plays Chinese chess with a robot at the exhibition area of the 2025 Global Industrial Internet Conference in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, September 6, 2025. Themed "Digital New Chapter, Intelligent New Quality," the 2025 Global Industrial Internet Conference kicked off here on Saturday and will last till September 8. Photo by Wu Qinghao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Youth Tech Carnival in Wuzhen Zhejiang - China

Youth Tech Carnival in Wuzhen Zhejiang - China

Children play chess against robots at the Wuzhen Youth Tech Carnival in Wuzhen, east China's Zhejiang Province, on Aug. 17, 2025. The first Wuzhen Youth Tech Carnival is held from Aug. 15 to 25 in Wuzhen of Tongxiang City. This 11-day technology event, bringing together more than 40,000 young technology enthusiasts from all over the world, builds up a comprehensive platform for teenagers to show wisdom, boost innovation and touch the future. Photo by Xu Yu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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2025 World Robot Conference in Beijing

2025 World Robot Conference in Beijing

A spectator plays against an international chess robot at the 2025 World Robot Conference in Beijing, China on August 9, 2025.

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AI Robots Play Chess With Humans

AI Robots Play Chess With Humans

YANGZHOU, CHINA - JULY 22, 2025 - AI robots play Gobang and Chinese chess against human opponents in Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China on July 22, 2025.

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AI Robots Play Chess With Humans

AI Robots Play Chess With Humans

YANGZHOU, CHINA - JULY 22, 2025 - AI robots play Gobang and Chinese chess against human opponents in Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China on July 22, 2025.

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AI Robots Play Chess With Humans

AI Robots Play Chess With Humans

YANGZHOU, CHINA - JULY 22, 2025 - AI robots play Gobang and Chinese chess against human opponents in Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China on July 22, 2025.

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AI Robots Play Chess With Humans

AI Robots Play Chess With Humans

YANGZHOU, CHINA - JULY 22, 2025 - AI robots play Gobang and Chinese chess against human opponents in Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China on July 22, 2025.

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China-South Asia Expo - Kunming

China-South Asia Expo - Kunming

Children play Chinese chess with robots during the 9th China-South Asia Expo in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, June 22, 2025. The 9th China-South Asia Expo opened on Thursday in Kunming, and will last until June 24. At the six-day event, high-tech exhibits related to digital economy, artificial intelligence, green energy and low-altitude economy are expected to attract a large number of visitors. Photo by Gao Yongwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Soborna Square in OdesaSoborna Square in Odesa

Soborna Square in OdesaSoborna Square in Odesa

Elderly men play chess in Soborna Square in Odesa, Ukraine, on May 27, 2025. (Photo by Nina Liashonok/Ukrinform)

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Soborna Square in OdesaSoborna Square in Odesa

Soborna Square in OdesaSoborna Square in Odesa

Elderly men play chess in Soborna Square in Odesa, Ukraine, on May 27, 2025. (Photo by Nina Liashonok/Ukrinform)

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Chinese School Robot Education

Chinese School Robot Education

XUZHOU, CHINA - MAY 13, 2025 - A student is playing chess with an intelligent robot in Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China on May 13, 2025.

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Chinese School Robot Education

Chinese School Robot Education

XUZHOU, CHINA - MAY 13, 2025 - A student is playing chess with an intelligent robot in Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China on May 13, 2025.

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Chinese School Robot Education

Chinese School Robot Education

XUZHOU, CHINA - MAY 13, 2025 - A student is playing chess with an intelligent robot in Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China on May 13, 2025.

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Chinese School Robot Education

Chinese School Robot Education

XUZHOU, CHINA - MAY 13, 2025 - A student is playing chess with an intelligent robot in Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China on May 13, 2025.

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27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

BEIJING, CHINA - MAY 8, 2025 - A life service robot played chess with humans at the 27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo (CHITEC) in Beijing, China on May 8, 2025.

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27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

BEIJING, CHINA - MAY 8, 2025 - A life service robot played chess with humans at the 27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo (CHITEC) in Beijing, China on May 8, 2025.

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27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

BEIJING, CHINA - MAY 8, 2025 - A life service robot played chess with humans at the 27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo (CHITEC) in Beijing, China on May 8, 2025.

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27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

BEIJING, CHINA - MAY 8, 2025 - A life service robot played chess with humans at the 27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo (CHITEC) in Beijing, China on May 8, 2025.

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27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo

BEIJING, CHINA - MAY 8, 2025 - A life service robot played chess with humans at the 27th China Beijing International High-tech Expo (CHITEC) in Beijing, China on May 8, 2025.

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Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Former World Chess Champion Garry Kasparov of Russia attends the official opening ceremony of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 tournament in Bucharest, Romania, May 6, 2025. Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

World Champion chess grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju of India holds his playing order number during the official opening ceremony of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 tournament in Bucharest, Romania, May 6, 2025. Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

World Champion chess grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju of India makes a move during a demonstrative simultaneous chess game with Romanian children and teenager players at the official opening ceremony of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 tournament in Bucharest, Romania, May 6, 2025. Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Chess grandmaster Fabiano Caruana of the Unated States, winner of Grand Chess Tour 2023, attends the official opening ceremony of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 tournament in Bucharest, Romania, May 6, 2025. Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Former World Chess Champion Garry Kasparov of Russia makes a move during a demonstrative simultaneous chess game with Romanian children and teenager players at the official opening ceremony of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 tournament in Bucharest, Romania, May 6, 2025. Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Former World Chess Champion Garry Kasparov (L) of Russia makes a move of an opening symbolic match against Constantin Bracon, a Romanian disabled person, during the official opening ceremony of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 tournament in Bucharest, Romania, May 6, 2025. Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Former World Chess Champion Garry Kasparov of Russia makes a move during a demonstrative simultaneous chess game with Romanian children and teenager players at the official opening ceremony of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 tournament in Bucharest, Romania, May 6, 2025. Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Grand Chess Tour Romania 2025 - Bucharest

Former World Chess Champion Garry Kasparov of Russia attends the official opening ceremony of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 tournament in Bucharest, Romania, May 6, 2025. Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Elderly Care Service Institutions in Rizhao

Elderly Care Service Institutions in Rizhao

RIZHAO, CHINA - APRIL 19, 2025 - Elderly people are having fun in the chess and card room of the elderly care center. Rizhao City, Shandong Province, China on April 19, 2025.

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Elderly Care Service Institutions in Rizhao

Elderly Care Service Institutions in Rizhao

RIZHAO, CHINA - APRIL 19, 2025 - Elderly people are having fun in the chess and card room of the elderly care center. Rizhao City, Shandong Province, China on April 19, 2025.

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2025 Beijing Science Fiction Carnival

2025 Beijing Science Fiction Carnival

BEIJING, CHINA - MARCH 29, 2025 - A young man plays with a chess robot at the 2025 Beijing Science Fiction Carnival event in Beijing, China on March 29, 2025.

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2025 Zhongguancun Forum Annual Conference Opens - Beijing

2025 Zhongguancun Forum Annual Conference Opens - Beijing

A participant plays chess with a robot during the 2025 Zhongguancun Forum Annual Conference in Beijing, capital of China, March 27, 2025. The opening ceremony of the event was held here on Thursday. Themed "New Quality Productive Forces and Global Technology Cooperation," this year's annual conference of the forum comprises five major sections, including meetings and technology trading. It provides new ideas and insights for global innovative development in large AI models, embodied intelligence, quantum technology, biomedicine, 6G, brain-computer interfaces, and other frontier areas in 128 events. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Elderly-Care Robots - China

Elderly-Care Robots - China

A senior resident plays chess with a robot at Shenzhen Nursing Home in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, March 3, 2025. Photo by Xinhua/Liang Xu/ABACAPRESS.COM

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AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Citizens play Go with an AI chess robot at a New Year science and technology temple fair in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025.

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AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Citizens play Go with an AI chess robot at a New Year science and technology temple fair in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025.

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AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Citizens play chess with an AI chess robot at the Spring Festival Science and Technology temple Fair in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025.

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AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Citizens play chess with an AI chess robot at the Spring Festival Science and Technology temple Fair in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025.

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AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Citizens play chess with an AI chess robot at the Spring Festival Science and Technology temple Fair in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025.

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AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

AI Robot Perform at Temple Fair in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - JANUARY 31, 2025 - Citizens play chess with an AI chess robot at the Spring Festival Science and Technology temple Fair in Beijing, China, January 31, 2025.

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Jimmy Carter Dies Aged 100

Jimmy Carter Dies Aged 100

Prime Minister Menachem Begin of Israel, left, engages White House National Security Adviser Zbigniew Brzezinski, right, on the chess board during the Camp David Summit in Thurmont, Maryland on September 9, 1978. From left to right: Prime Minister Begin; Ambassador of Israel to the United States Simcha Dinitz; Military Secretary to the Prime Minister of Israel Brigadier General Ephraim Poran; Dan Patir, PM Begin's Press Secretary; and Zbigniew Brzezinski..Mandatory Photo by White House via CNP/ABACAPRESS.COM.

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Annual Tata Steel Chess Tournament - India

Annual Tata Steel Chess Tournament - India

Chess players Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa of Indian and Norway's Magnus Carlsen, five-time World Chess Champion, compete on the first day of the 6th Tata Steel Chess Tournament. on November 13, 2024 in Kolkata, India. (Photo by Dipa Chakraborty/Eyepix Group)

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Annual Tata Steel Chess Tournament - India

Annual Tata Steel Chess Tournament - India

Chess players Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa of Indian and Norway's Magnus Carlsen, five-time World Chess Champion, compete on the first day of the 6th Tata Steel Chess Tournament. on November 13, 2024 in Kolkata, India. (Photo by Dipa Chakraborty/Eyepix Group)

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Annual Tata Steel Chess Tournament - India

Annual Tata Steel Chess Tournament - India

Chess player Norway's Magnus Carlsen, five-time World Chess Champion, competes against Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa on the first day of the 6th Tata Steel Chess Tournament. Kolkata, India, November 13, 2024. Photo by Dipa Chakraborty/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Annual Tata Steel Chess Tournament - India

Annual Tata Steel Chess Tournament - India

Chess player Norway's Magnus Carlsen, five-time World Chess Champion, competes against Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa on the first day of the 6th Tata Steel Chess Tournament. Kolkata, India, November 13, 2024. Photo by Dipa Chakraborty/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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