Beneq launches Beneq Transform XP – Redefining atomic control in AL
Second-generation platform delivers advanced control, in-cycle annealing, and high-throughput performance for Wide Bandgap power and RF device manufacturing Espoo, Finland – Beneq introduces the Beneq Transform XP, a second-generation ALD platform developed to meet the performance demands of Wide Bandgap (WBG) power and RF device technology development and manufacturing. Building […]
Why the unseen risks in operational technology are no longer theoretical
Operational technology (OT) environments are under growing pressure. As critical infrastructure modernises, organisations are connecting legacy systems, adopting cloud services, and integrating new platforms to improve efficiency and resilience. While this shift is necessary, it also exposes a new class of risks that many organisations are not fully prepared to manage. Michael Murphy, Director […]
Titans JFB & XTEND Merge in $1.5B Deal Backed by Big-Name Investors
Israeli defense technology company XTEND and JFB Construction Holdings (Nasdaq: JFB) have announced a $1.5 billion all-stock merger that will create XTEND AI Robotics, a publicly traded company focused on AI-powered autonomous systems for defense, security and public safety applications. Following the completion of the transaction, expected in mid-2026 pending […]
IBASE collaborates with AMD to advance physical AI innovation
Taipei, Taiwan – IBASE Technology Inc., a leading manufacturer of embedded and edge computing solutions, participated in the AMD Advancing AI 2026 event, held in San Francisco, USA, from July 22 to 23. As part of the AMD robotics ecosystem, IBASE showcased its AA700 robotics edge AI computer powered by […]
Robotic bird helps uncover the mysteries of flight turbulence
A live kestrel and it’s robotic counterpart. A bio-inspired robotic bird capable of mimicking the key movements of kestrels is helping researchers unravel the mysteries behind the species’ exceptional hovering capabilities. With atmospheric turbulence expected to worsen due to climate change, understanding how birds naturally cope with rough air could […]
Bringing nature into engineering with carbon flat profiles
Society often draws inspiration from nature. Leonardo da Vinci studied birds to design flying machines, while Velcro was inspired by burdock burrs clinging to a dog. This approach imitates nature’s designs, known as biomimicry, but also addresses key human challenges through innovative engineering. With the same intention, French deeptech startup […]
AI startups drive manufacturing transformation with automation and sustainability solutions
The global manufacturing sector is undergoing rapid transformation with artificial intelligence (AI) driving factory automation across the value chain, including product development, operations, process optimisation, and quality control. AI-focused startups are leading this shift with technologies such as AI-powered collaborative robots (cobots), real-time production simulations, generative design, predictive analytics, and […]
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 […]
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 company developing laser communication solutions for space, ground, and maritime applications, has won the Lithuanian regional competition of the Startup World Cup, the world’s leading startup pitch contest. The company will head to the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco on November 6, 2026, and compete with finalists from around the world for the title of global champion and a US$1 million investment prize. Earlier, Astrolight secured contracts and partnerships with the European Space Agency (ESA), industry primes, and leading satellite manufacturers. The company has launched three of its ATLAS-1 laser terminals into orbit for testing, joined a Kepler Communications-led team developing ESA’s HydRON optical multi-orbit transport network, and is working with ESA to build the first Arctic optical ground station in Greenland. “Representing Lithuania at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale is an important milestone for Astrolight as we enter our next stage of growth,” said Laurynas Mačiulis, CEO of Astrolight. “Laser communication is becoming critical for the space economy, and our focus on integrated systems for both space and ground gives us a strong position in a market expected to reach billions of dollars over the coming decade.” Novaspace, the leading space market research firm, projects global revenues for space laser communication terminals will reach $12.9 billion through 2035, driven by the industry’s structural shift away from radio-frequency (RF) communications as operators face mounting RF spectrum constraints: regulatory scrutiny, licensing delays, and interference bottlenecks. Similar pressure is now reaching AI infrastructure. As land-based datacenters run into limits around […]