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Dramatic footage has captured an intense battle between a robotic dog and an aerial drone as the two shoot fireworks at each other. The clash could be a glimpse into the future of warfare ...

A viral video depicts a mysterious battle between a robot dog and a drone using fireworks. The footage has raised concerns about the future implications of autonomous warfare technology.

Such hijinks have found a place on YouTube, where robots and pets face off on camera. In January, Rob Sheridan, 28, posted a video titled "Puppy vs. Robot! Epic Battle for Territorial Domination!" ...

Equipped with firework launchers, the flying drone and the robot dog sporting its own firework launcher on its back are seen in footage shooting at each other in rapid fire.