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Report highlights Switzerland as a ‘global leader in deep tech’ where startups are driving $100 billion in value

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While global attention has often centered on innovation hubs such as Silicon Valley, Berlin, or Paris, today, fresh data from Dealroom.co and Startupticker in a new report spotlights how Switzerland has quietly become “one of the world’s most advanced and efficient Deep Tech ecosystems”.

The Swiss Deep Tech Report 2025, a Deep Tech Nation Switzerland initiative, offers a comprehensive new dataset and analysis on the Swiss Deep Tech ecosystem. It was curated in close collaboration with Dealroom.co, Startupticker and venture capital firms Founderful and Kickfund.

The report is the first of its kind to map the full scope of Switzerland’s Deep Tech performance – from research institutions and patents to venture activity and late-stage outcomes. [Read more…] about Report highlights Switzerland as a ‘global leader in deep tech’ where startups are driving $100 billion in value

Scaling Traditional Industries with Smarter Workforce Management

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If you’re running a business in a traditional industry, such as construction, retail, manufacturing, or agriculture, chances are, you’re struggling to keep up. However, keeping up is only challenging if you haven’t yet adopted smarter ways to manage your workforce.

According to a recent survey, high-performing CEOs who are successfully adopting new technology witness their companies grow faster and achieve higher annual revenue growth. [Read more…] about Scaling Traditional Industries with Smarter Workforce Management

Smikky for Small Businesses: A Smart Solution for Fast, Affordable Social Media Growth

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Having a strong social media presence is no longer optional, especially for small businesses – it’s actually a must.

Whether you’re a local bakery, an e-commerce start-up, or a boutique service provider, your visibility on platforms like TikTok and Instagram plays a vital role in attracting new customers and building credibility.

Yet for many small businesses, the journey to organic growth is slow and uncertain. That’s where Smikky steps in: a simple, cost-effective way to gain traction on social media by giving your content the visibility it needs to get seen. [Read more…] about Smikky for Small Businesses: A Smart Solution for Fast, Affordable Social Media Growth

The Benefits of Using Deal Management Software for Sales Teams

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Sales teams face numerous challenges in their day-to-day operations, from juggling multiple deals to ensuring efficient collaboration across different departments.

Deal management software has emerged as a tool to help overcome these obstacles, offering enhanced visibility and control over the sales pipeline. It’s a way to streamline processes, improve communication, and leverage data analytics for informed decision-making.

In this article, we’ll explore how this technology can revolutionize the way sales teams operate and contribute to their overall performance and revenue growth. Keep reading to discover the multiple advantages it can bring to your business. [Read more…] about The Benefits of Using Deal Management Software for Sales Teams

5 Ways Marketers Are Using AI to Automate Boring Research Tasks

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Let’s be honest: when I first started in marketing, I thought I’d spend my days dreaming up clever campaigns and analyzing big wins. Instead, I found myself knee-deep in spreadsheets, copy-pasting competitor prices, and sorting through endless customer comments.

Turns out, I’m not alone – recent stats show the average marketer spends up to 6 hours a day on routine research tasks like tracking competitors, compiling feedback, and building lead lists. That’s a lot of time not spent on the creative, strategic work we actually signed up for.

But here’s the good news: AI tools for marketing teams are flipping the script. With 75 percent of marketers now using AI to cut down on manual tasks, and 88 percent relying on AI in their day-to-day roles, it’s clear that AI marketing automation isn’t just a trend – it’s the new normal. [Read more…] about 5 Ways Marketers Are Using AI to Automate Boring Research Tasks

MassRobotics announces its 2025 Robotics Medal winners and Rising Stars

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MassRobotics, a robotics innovation organization, announced its 2025 Robotics Medal and Rising Star recipients at the IEEE ICRA conference in Atlanta.

The Robotics Medal is the world’s first major award to recognize the wide-ranging impact of female researchers focusing on the development of robotics around the globe.

The Robotics Medal is awarded to a nominated woman researcher in robotics to recognize her impactful contributions to the field and includes a $50,000 prize awarded to the individual. [Read more…] about MassRobotics announces its 2025 Robotics Medal winners and Rising Stars

Libiao Robotics opens overseas headquarters in Singapore

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Libiao Robotics, a provider of automated warehouse storage systems and robotics, has opened a new office in Singapore. The Singapore facility will henceforth act as headquarters for its overseas (that is, non-China) business.

The new office is situated in Perennial Business City in Jurong Lake District, the largest commercial district outside of Singapore’s city centre and dubbed “Singapore’s next central business district”.

Libiao’s new office was officially unveiled on 22nd May in a ceremony hosted by Libiao Robotics CEO and founder Xia Huiling and its CTO Zhu Jianqiang. [Read more…] about Libiao Robotics opens overseas headquarters in Singapore

Top Digital Tools for Managing a Hybrid Workforce in the Automation Industry

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As the automation industry continues to evolve, so do its workforce dynamics. More companies are embracing a hybrid model – blending in-office engineers with remote technicians, contractors, and specialists around the globe.

Managing this dispersed team efficiently requires more than just good intentions – it demands robust digital tools tailored to streamline workflows, communication, and payroll operations. [Read more…] about Top Digital Tools for Managing a Hybrid Workforce in the Automation Industry

Flexiv expands to Europe through partnership with Italy’s Time Robotics

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Flexiv Robotics, a provider of “general-purpose” robotics solutions, says it has reached a “major milestone” in its international expansion strategy with the signing of its first European partnership agreement.

The collaboration with Italy-based Time Robotics marks Flexiv’s strategic entry into the European market.

In response to growing international demand, this partnership ensures that Flexiv’s advanced adaptive robots are now available not only in Italy but across Europe. [Read more…] about Flexiv expands to Europe through partnership with Italy’s Time Robotics

The ultimate investing machine: Interview with BMW i Ventures’ Sage who backed Kodiak

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Kasper Sage, managing partner at BMW i Ventures, gives us some insight into the investment strategy of the venture capital arm of the German automotive giant. By Abdul Montaqim

One of the things we have found most surprising in the past six or seven years since we started publishing RoboticsAndAutomationNews.com is the amount of investment that has gone into the robotics and automation sector – not just from the pockets of people who start their own companies, but also from what could be regarded as outside sectors, specifically pure investment vehicles.

And that investment keeps growing, with 2024 shaping up to be another blockbuster year. According to Crunchbase, the total amount of investment into robotics, automation, and computer vision startups has exceeded $4.2 billion – in seed funding and growth-stage financing – so far this year. [Read more…] about The ultimate investing machine: Interview with BMW i Ventures’ Sage who backed Kodiak