Sony is banking on the "irresistible cuteness" of its new robot dog to win over consumers. The electronics maker bred the first generation of Aibo -- short for Artificial Intelligence robot -- back in 1999. Sony eventually neutered Aibo production facilities in 2006, leading to an exodus of robotics and AI expertise. Now, with global tech giants and other big companies charging into artificial intelligence, Sony is getting back in the game. The renewed focus on AI and robotics means Sony will be competing with tech giants like Amazon (AMZN, Tech30) and Google (GOOGL, Tech30).

Source: CNN November 01, 2017 06:35 UTC