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The game-changing tech transforming the World Cup<br>Tech Now's Shiona McCallum visits FIFA HQ in Zurich to explore the latest technology behind the World Cup, including how AI is built into the official match ball. From data-driven decisions to real-time tracking, these innovations are reshaping how the game is played, analysed, and officiated.
This video is from Tech Now, the BBC's flagship technology programme.
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