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From expo momentum to deep-tech investment: Osaka pushes to become Asia’s next global financial hub

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Osaka is the second-largest city in Japan after Tokyo, which was, for a long time – until this year, the most populous city in the world – having lost the title this year to Jakarta, Indonesia.

The “Vision of Global Financial City Osaka” is an initiative to build a city that attracts overseas investment, financial institutions and global talent, thereby supporting the growth of the regional economy.

In March 2022, Osaka Prefecture formulated a strategy with a consortium of 33 companies and organizations – including government bodies, economic groups, and universities – launching the initiative through close collaboration among industry, government, and academia.

The initiative promotes the expansion into Osaka of foreign financial businesses including asset management and fintech firms. The defining feature of the vision is its aim to drive industrial growth and address social issues through the power of finance, rather than simply seeking to establish a financial hub. [Read more…] about From expo momentum to deep-tech investment: Osaka pushes to become Asia’s next global financial hub

MIPI Alliance launches ‘Physical AI Birds of a Feather group’ focused on humanoids

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The MIPI Alliance, an international organization that develops specifications that standardize wired interfaces for mobile and other connected ecosystems, has announced the formation of a “Physical AI Birds of a Feather (BoF) group” dedicated to exploring upcoming technologies and trends in the physical AI market, with an initial focus on humanoids.

The group will examine how MIPI specifications can support the rapidly developing humanoid application space.

The market emerging around humanoid robots is dynamic, with Yole Group projecting a 56 percent CAGR to reach more than $6 billion by 2030. As adoption is expected to accelerate at the start of the next decade, the value could soar to $51 billion by 2035. [Read more…] about MIPI Alliance launches ‘Physical AI Birds of a Feather group’ focused on humanoids

Hexagon and Fill Maschinenbau partner to advance manufacturing autonomy using humanoids

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Hexagon Robotics and Fill Maschinenbau are have announced a collaboration to define how humanoids can work alongside Fill’s manufacturing solutions to increase autonomy in advanced manufacturing.

AEON, Hexagon Robotics’ multi-purpose humanoid, will be piloted on one of Fill’s client use case in Gurten, Austria, to demonstrate how it can be integrated within real manufacturing workflows and as a complement to Fill’s automation solutions.

Arnaud Robert, president of Hexagon Robotics, says: “We have focused on real-world applications from the outset, and it is encouraging to see strong interest from industry leaders such as Fill. This collaboration is an important step in validating how humanoids can increase the level of autonomy of the manufacturing processes and deliver measurable value across diverse environments. [Read more…] about Hexagon and Fill Maschinenbau partner to advance manufacturing autonomy using humanoids

Seacon Logistics selects Dexory to strengthen operational continuity across 90,000 sq m of warehouse space

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Seacon Logistics has selected Dexory to deploy DexoryView across two warehouse locations in Maasbree, the Netherlands. This strengthens the company’s focus on data-driven warehouse operations.

The deployment covers approximately 90,000 square metres of racked warehouse space at Zonneveld 1 and 3, where Seacon Logistics manages general cargo and fast-moving consumer goods under ambient conditions.

The decision reflects increasing pressure on logistics providers to maintain high levels of accuracy and performance while managing workforce constraints and growing operational complexity. [Read more…] about Seacon Logistics selects Dexory to strengthen operational continuity across 90,000 sq m of warehouse space

Segway Navimow reaches 1 million units in global cumulative mass production

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Robotic lawn mower manufacturer Segway Navimow says it has produced its one millionth unit. The organization held a ceremony at its research and development and manufacturing base in China to celebrate the milestone.

The announcement comes as Navimow launches its new production line in Malaysia, providing a solid foundation for global supply chain stability and delivery efficiency.

George Ren, Segway Navimow CEO, said: “This milestone is just the beginning. We hope to become a model for ‘new quality productivity’ going global, making ‘made in China’ synonymous with efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in the home.” [Read more…] about Segway Navimow reaches 1 million units in global cumulative mass production

Opinion: Why industrial AI must be trained on physics, not prompts

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By Massimiliano Moruzzi, founder and CEO of Xaba.ai

Walk into any modern manufacturing facility and you’ll see the same tension playing out on the floor: incredibly capable machines, hemmed in by the assumption that everything will go exactly as planned. For decades, that assumption held well enough, but today it’s becoming a liability.

Manufacturers are under mounting pressure to produce faster, absorb more variability, and cut downtime, all while a new wave of AI promises to deliver “intelligence” without the complexity of traditional programming.

The pitch sounds compelling, but most of this AI is built on the same foundation as your company’s chatbot, and you cannot run a factory on prompts. [Read more…] about Opinion: Why industrial AI must be trained on physics, not prompts

Fugro strengthens offshore safety with new ROV test pool facility in Singapore

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Fugro has successfully commissioned its new remotely operated vehicle (ROV) test pool in Singapore. This strengthens the company’s in‑house capability to undertake controlled testing, verification and validation of equipment, systems and operational methodologies.

The facility represents a key milestone in improving technical assurance and reducing execution risk across marine and offshore projects.

The test pool provides a controlled environment for functional testing, system integration, calibration and pre-deployment before field deployment. [Read more…] about Fugro strengthens offshore safety with new ROV test pool facility in Singapore

GreyOrange launches AI warehouse simulator to model automation performance and costs

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GreyOrange has launched a new warehouse simulation platform designed to help operators model automation deployments, estimate costs, and predict system performance before implementing changes on-site.

Called GreyMatter Foundry, the platform combines warehouse flow design, layout planning, and automation sizing within a single simulation environment. The company says the system can model mixed fleets of robots, automation equipment, and human workers operating together across complex fulfillment environments.

The launch reflects growing interest in AI-driven warehouse orchestration systems capable of managing increasingly heterogeneous automation environments, where facilities often combine technologies from multiple vendors alongside manual workflows. [Read more…] about GreyOrange launches AI warehouse simulator to model automation performance and costs

Canadian Drone Regulations and Testing Explained: Introduction to Canadian Drone Testing

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Canada has become one of the leading countries in drone technology and innovation. From snowy mountain regions to crowded urban areas, the country provides a perfect environment for testing advanced drone systems. A Canadian drone test is more than just flying a small machine in the sky.

It represents the future of transportation, security, farming, mapping, and even emergency rescue operations. Over the last few years, drones have evolved from simple recreational gadgets into highly intelligent machines capable of performing complex tasks with precision and speed.

The rise of drone testing in Canada is connected to the country’s focus on technological advancement and safety regulations. Companies, universities, and government agencies work together to test drones in real-world environments. [Read more…] about Canadian Drone Regulations and Testing Explained: Introduction to Canadian Drone Testing

Ai2 releases open robotics model designed for real-world AI automation

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The Allen Institute for AI (Ai2) has released MolmoAct 2, an open-source robotics foundation model designed to improve how robots perform real-world physical tasks, as researchers continue pushing beyond highly controlled laboratory demonstrations toward more adaptable automation systems.

The new model, announced this week by the Seattle-based AI research organization, is positioned as a major upgrade to its earlier MolmoAct system and reflects a broader industry effort to develop more general-purpose robotics AI capable of adapting to changing environments without extensive task-specific programming.

Ai2 describes MolmoAct 2 as an “open foundation for robots that work in the real world”, arguing that many current robotics systems remain too brittle and heavily tuned for narrow applications. [Read more…] about Ai2 releases open robotics model designed for real-world AI automation