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Ropedia raises USD $30 million to expand physical AI data
Robotics

Ropedia raises USD $30 million to expand physical AI data

Singapore startup's wearable data system could cut robotics training costs by up to 50 times as physical AI demand grows.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Today
The most expensive system in cash operations is the one standing still
Data Protection

The most expensive system in cash operations is the one standing still

Unplanned outages can cost cash centres thousands of dollars an hour, making predictive maintenance a growing priority for operators and central banks.

By Stephan Wunderle • 4 min read • Yesterday
Manufacturers face new cyber risks from connected factories
Ransomware

Manufacturers face new cyber risks from connected factories

Connected factory networks are widening the attack surface, with SonicWall warning that old flaws and weak access controls can expose production systems.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Yesterday
Ducati links AI configurator to Multistrada V4 output
Manufacturing

Ducati links AI configurator to Multistrada V4 output

Customers can now push customised Multistrada V4 choices straight to Ducati's Borgo Panigale line, tightening the link between sales and assembly.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Sensors improve robotic grip on cosmetics packaging lines
Robotics

Sensors improve robotic grip on cosmetics packaging lines

Real-time force sensing is cutting scrap and tray deformation on high-speed cosmetics lines, reducing waste and rework for manufacturers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Manufacturers eye physical AI gains amid governance gaps
Robotics

Manufacturers eye physical AI gains amid governance gaps

Most manufacturers are still testing physical AI, even as they expect it to reshape warehouses, assembly lines and logistics operations.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • 2 days ago
MaxMine expands into mining fleet management with AI
Software-as-a-Service

MaxMine expands into mining fleet management with AI

The move gives mine operators real-time visibility over fleet activity and could help cut costs as the market heads beyond USD $70 billion by 2030.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • 3 days ago
Novo Nordisk eyes faster drug approvals with Celonis
Software-as-a-Service

Novo Nordisk eyes faster drug approvals with Celonis

Better process visibility could help the Danish drugmaker shave 12 months or more off development, bringing medicines to patients sooner.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • 3 days ago
Ultimo says AI safety agent missed no actions in trial
Manufacturing

Ultimo says AI safety agent missed no actions in trial

Manufacturers could cut compliance burden after Ultimo's trial found its AI safety agent flagged every recommended action without a miss.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Akkodis named specialist in Gartner physical AI services
Robotics

Akkodis named specialist in Gartner physical AI services

The recognition reflects rising demand for safer, production-ready AI in robotics and industry, where testing and reliability now matter most.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • 5 days ago
Manufacturers strengthen OT security as threats intensify
Firewalls

Manufacturers strengthen OT security as threats intensify

Production line shutdowns and safety risks are pushing manufacturers to invest in OT defences built for ageing industrial systems.

By David Shilovsky • 4 min read • 5 days ago
NVIDIA expands Jetson Thor lineup with T3000 and T2000 AI
Robotics

NVIDIA expands Jetson Thor lineup with T3000 and T2000 AI

Developers building robots and edge AI systems get cheaper, lower-power options as Nvidia widens its Thor-based Jetson range for local inference.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
NTT DATA named market shaper in Gartner physical AI
Robotics

NTT DATA named market shaper in Gartner physical AI

The designation highlights a fast-growing industrial AI market as enterprises look for systems that cut defects, downtime and latency.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Fujitsu joins FANUC, Yaskawa & Kawasaki on physical AI
Robotics

Fujitsu joins FANUC, Yaskawa & Kawasaki on physical AI

Labour shortages and an ageing workforce are pushing Japanese manufacturers to test AI-controlled robots in factories, logistics and hospitals.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Last week
Idoba updates mining simulation with weekly planning
Digital Transformation

Idoba updates mining simulation with weekly planning

The upgrade gives underground mine planners a way to spot congestion, equipment conflicts and schedule risk before crews go underground.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

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RFID testing system lifts yield at Australian coal mines
Industrial IoT

RFID testing system lifts yield at Australian coal mines

Australian coal producers using the RFID system have seen average yield gains of 6%, while lab turnaround has shrunk from weeks to minutes.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago
NCC Group & Siemens team up on UK OT cyber security
Digital Transformation

NCC Group & Siemens team up on UK OT cyber security

Growing threats to UK critical infrastructure have pushed Siemens and NCC Group to join forces on protecting industrial systems from cyber attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week