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Sam Francis

Skild AI developing ‘human-like robot brain’ with AI solutions from Hewlett Packard

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Skild AI, a company creating AI foundation models and software designed to drive a diverse range of robotic devices and applications, is powering an “exponential expansion” of its engineering operations with a secure, private AI-as-a-service solution by STN comprising AI servers and storage solutions from Hewlett Packard Enterprise.

The deployment will advance Skild AI’s development of artificial general intelligence (AGI) rooted in the physical world. [Read more…] about Skild AI developing ‘human-like robot brain’ with AI solutions from Hewlett Packard

Autonomous Solutions Inc moves into construction sector with SoftBank backing

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Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI), or ASI Robots, an industrial vehicle automation specialist and developer of the Mobius autonomous fleet management system, has launched ASI Construction with SoftBank Group Corp.

ASI Construction is ASI’s new business unit, which focuses on automating construction equipment to address growing construction demand and a dwindling labor supply, alongside Agriculture, Logistics, and Landscaping.

Mel Torrie, ASI CEO, says: “ASI has been doing construction product development for 25+ years and counts John Deere, CNH, and other world leaders as its customers. [Read more…] about Autonomous Solutions Inc moves into construction sector with SoftBank backing

What the Robotics Industry Needs from Colleges: A Systems-Based Look at Education’s Role in Automation

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The Talent Bottleneck in Robotics

The robotics and automation sector is growing at breakneck speed, driven by advances in machine learning, AI, manufacturing systems, and embedded technologies.

Yet, as these technologies surge forward, there remains a critical shortfall: a skilled, adaptable, and prepared workforce to meet this high-tech frontier’s challenges.

This mismatch between the speed of industry growth and the output of adequately trained graduates is not just a talent issue – it’s a systemic education failure. [Read more…] about What the Robotics Industry Needs from Colleges: A Systems-Based Look at Education’s Role in Automation

The Silent Signal Crisis: How AI in E-commerce is Only as Smart as the Data it Misses

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AI isn’t Magic – it’s Math

Artificial Intelligence is everywhere in e-commerce. From algorithmic pricing to chatbot engagement and personalized recommendations, AI systems are shaping customer experience like never before.

But there’s a growing paradox: the smarter our systems get, the more invisible their flaws become. At the center of this issue is something few talk about but everyone suffers from – data incompleteness.

This isn’t about lacking more data. It’s about missing the right data.

In 2025, e-commerce AI systems are often built on flawed assumptions because 20% to 40% of behavioral data is lost before it even reaches the AI layer. This is the silent signal crisis. [Read more…] about The Silent Signal Crisis: How AI in E-commerce is Only as Smart as the Data it Misses

Sunrise Robotics emerges from stealth with $8.5 million funding

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Sunrise Robotics, a company that says it’s “augmenting humanity through intelligent robotics”, is emerging from stealth with $8.5 million in funding led by Plural.

Tapestry, Seedcamp, Tiny.vc and Prototype Capital also participated. The investment will fuel the expansion of its European-wide team and enhance AI capabilities as the company scales production of the initial fleet of Sunrise intelligent robotic cells, bringing critical manufacturing capacity back to the continent. [Read more…] about Sunrise Robotics emerges from stealth with $8.5 million funding

Industrial vehicle automation specialist ASI opens new office in Utah

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Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI), an industrial vehicle automation specialist and developer of the Mobius autonomous fleet management system, has broadened its presence within the state of Utah with the addition of an office in Lehi, part of the Salt Lake City metro.

ASI’s expansion, along with its ever-growing employee base at its headquarters in Mendon, Utah, makes it one of the fastest-growing technology companies within the state.

ASI’s increased US presence follows last month’s announcement of the launch of ASI’s construction business unit with SoftBank Group Corp. [Read more…] about Industrial vehicle automation specialist ASI opens new office in Utah

Premier Automation launches innovation hub with support from Pennsylvania

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Premier Automation has launched its Premier Innovation Hub, a new facility in Westmoreland County that will serve as a national model for industrial automation, workforce development, and technology commercialization.

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has committed more than $3 million in support through a combination of grants, loans, and training funds.

Strategically located in Westmoreland County, the Hub draws from a region long known for its strength in mining, steel, and glass production. [Read more…] about Premier Automation launches innovation hub with support from Pennsylvania

Opinion: AI’s ‘real value is in eliminating everyday inefficiencies’

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With over 40 percent of US startups now using AI to streamline operations, it’s becoming clear that the real value of artificial intelligence for small businesses isn’t just in grand visions of automation, but in “eliminating everyday inefficiencies”.

This is according to Jon Hinkle, CEO of TRG Datacenters, has highlighted four practical ways early-stage companies are already putting AI agents to work.

From reducing SaaS bloat to speeding up complex quotes, these aren’t future promises – they’re tangible results. [Read more…] about Opinion: AI’s ‘real value is in eliminating everyday inefficiencies’

MES & Industry 4.0 Summit kicks off in Porto with global manufacturing leaders

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The MES & Industry 4.0 International Summit, hosted by Critical Manufacturing, officially opened its doors yesterday at the iconic Alfândega Congress Centre in Porto, Portugal.

Set against the scenic backdrop of the Douro River, the two-day summit is welcoming manufacturing and technology leaders from around the world to exchange ideas, uncover strategies, and engage in deep conversations around digital transformation.

This year’s edition, themed “Connecting Global Manufacturing Champions”, features two dynamic days of thought leadership, live demonstrations, collaborative workshops, and practical insights. [Read more…] about MES & Industry 4.0 Summit kicks off in Porto with global manufacturing leaders

Agentic AI startup Landbase raises $30 million in Series A funding

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Landbase, an agentic AI company that provides “go-to-market” (GTM – product launch) software to businesses, has raised $30 million in Series A funding.

The round was co-led by Sound Ventures – the AI-focused fund co-founded by Ashton Kutcher and Guy Oseary – and returning investor Picus Capital.

The raise also included strong participation from other existing backers, including 8VC, A*, Firstminute Capital and TheGP, underscoring continued conviction in Landbase’s growth and mission.

The new funding will support Landbase’s continued investment in GTM-1 Omni, its proprietary domain-specific AI model, and accelerate its mission to make go-to-market (GTM) faster, cheaper and better for every B2B business. [Read more…] about Agentic AI startup Landbase raises $30 million in Series A funding