Computational “time machine” shows solar and wind on track for 2°C target but not for 1.5°C
Wind and solar power have grown faster than almost anyone predicted but projecting their future expansion remains surprisingly difficult. Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have developed what they call a computational “time machine” – a model that outperforms existing projection methods by using AI techniques to analyse historical growth […]
Quanta Computer selects Siemens Xcelerator to advance manufacturing innovation
Image courtesy of Quanta Computer Quanta Computer Inc., a global leader in consumer electronics OEM/ODM manufacturing, is using the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software to advance its global digital transformation to shorten development cycles and enhance responsiveness to market demand. The initiative establishes an integrated, collaborative environment […]
Shining across Southeast Asia — DUCO Robots leads the new era of smart manufacturing
The global semiconductor industry´s premier event, SEMICON Southeast Asia, was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia recently. As a pioneering enterprise in China´s intelligent robotics field, DUCO Robots showcased a range of innovative products and cutting-edge industry solutions, demonstrating the hard-core strength and innovation of Chinese »Intelligent Manufacturing» in the high-end […]
Making digital leaps with ISO STEP standards
Industry collaboration between Sandvik Coromant and partners helps accelerate digital manufacturing Sandvik Coromant has participated in a successful research project for the Standard for the Exchange of Product (STEP) data. Together with GKN Aerospace Engine Systems, Chalmers University of Technology and Fraunhofer Chalmers Research Centre for Industrial Mathematics, the working […]
Fishbowl launches cloud-based AI operations platform to drive manufacturing productivity
Featuring embedded AI assistant Juno, the new cloud-based platform reduces manual workload for manufacturing businesses to drive sustainable growth. Fishbowl, the manufacturing and inventory management software for Xero and QuickBooks users, has launched its new cloud-based AI operations platform in APAC. Introducing AI operations assistant ‘Juno’, the platform debuts AI […]
Tech race shifts corporate spending from personnel to digital infrastructure
Layoff discussions among the influencers on the “X” platform signal a surging moment where workforce budgets are being diverted into massive digital infrastructure for staying ahead in the tech race. This structural shift suggests a permanent move in how organisations spend their money, as capital flows away from traditional resources […]
Astrolight wins Startup World Cup regional, heading to Silicon Valley to compete for $1M investment
Astrolight was announced as the winner of the Lithuanian regional competition for the Startup World Cup. Source: Astrolight. Astrolight will compete in the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco as laser communication becomes a core technology for next-generation satellite networks. Vilnius, Lithuania. Astrolight, a Lithuanian space and defense […]
The next decade belongs to builders
A small set of repeatable, AI- enabled business-building plays is emerging as the fastest path to growth for industrial and energy leaders. Companies that treat venture building as a repeatable capability consistently outperform, achieving faster time to market, lower capital intensity, and higher success rates. AI is the catalyst. AI […]
Rockwell Automation: State of Manufacturing Report
95% of Asia Pacific Manufacturers Say Digital Transformation is Now Essential, as AI Adoption and Cyber Risks Accelerate 2026 State of Smart Manufacturing Report shows Asia Pacific manufacturers scaling AI, strengthening cyber defences and targeting measurable operational outcomes Rockwell Automation, Inc the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, […]
AI, strategy, and the future of work: Oxford economist Jean-Paul Carvalho
Professor Jean-Paul Carvalho explores how AI is reshaping cognitive work, organizations, and where business leaders can capture value at scale. Jean-Paul Carvalho is a professor of political economy in the Department of Economics at the University of Oxford and director of Oxford Elevate, the department’s executive education portfolio. In this episode of […]
Lawsuit dismissed
A nine-member federal jury in Oakland, California took less than two hours to dismiss Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI and its chief executive Sam Altman. Crucially, the jury did not rule on the core claims of the case. These included whether OpenAI, the company behind the popular artificial intelligence (AI) […]
2026: Shaping industry with people, technology and sustainability
In 2026, transformation across industry is accelerating. Sustainability, digitalisation and talent development sit firmly at the top of the manufacturing agenda, reshaping how companies operate and compete. Against this backdrop, Helen Blomqvist, President of Sandvik Coromant, reflects on more than 80 years of market leadership in cutting tools, and on […]
Kistler presents new software features for quality assurance in medical injection moulding
Usability meets more standardisation options in AkvisIO and ComoNeo Building on user feedback from the medical device manufacturing sector, Kistler is placing even greater emphasis on usability and standardisation options with its new software versions for quality assurance in injection molding. The ComoNeo 9.0 process monitoring software makes it possible for the first time to standardize process templates across multiple locations. At the same time, AkvisIO 9.0, the process and production management software platform from Kistler, receives an update to provide an even faster overview of key production data, simplifying data-driven troubleshooting in day-to-day manufacturing. The ComoNeo hardware also features a significantly more powerful processor that better supports AI applications such as ComoNeoPREDICT as well as analysis functions for multi-cavity injection molding. Even the most powerful software only adds value if it is used to its full potential. Accordingly, usability is one of the most important factors in determining how much value production data management software will truly offer. “The new features in AkvisIO 9.0 and ComoNeo 9.0 are based on user requests, particularly those we received from the medical technology sector. However, all users will benefit, regardless of their field,” explains Daniel Kormann, Head of Business Center Medical at Kistler. “With the improved usability and the various options for customization and standardization, our new versions are specifically designed to simplify onboarding for new users.” Centralised production data management for easy troubleshooting The first immediately visible new feature in AkvisIO 9.0 is a customizable dashboard on the platform’s Home screen. It provides production and quality managers with an instant overview of all connected ComoNeo process monitoring systems. Color-coding allows users to understand machine utilization, production quality, and current scrap rates at a glance. If an injection molding machine exceeds the defined quality limits, the platform automatically triggers an alarm. Users […]