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Could this be a Deep Blue moment for the cryptic crossword?

A computer program named Darmok has outperformed humans in solving cryptic crosswords, even beating the youngest winner of the Times competition. This achievement echoes Deep Blue's historic chess victory almost thirty years ago, showcasing...

The Guardian· Oct 21, 2026 · 7:50 AM · 3 views

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A computer program named Darmok has outperformed humans in solving cryptic crosswords, even beating the youngest winner of the Times competition. This achievement echoes Deep Blue's historic chess victory almost thirty years ago, showcasing AI's potential in tackling complex wordplay. Full story and more reels: https://newsreel.video #news #AI #crosswords #technology #innovation #DeepBlue #crypticcrosswords

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