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Industrial IoT in Manufacturing: Driving Smart Factory Efficiency and Sustainability

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The manufacturing industry is at the forefront of a technological revolution, driven by the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). As factories become smarter and more connected, IIoT is enabling organizations to optimize production, reduce operational costs, and enhance sustainability.

Smart factories powered by IIoT are no longer a concept of the future they are a reality that is reshaping how manufacturers operate, compete, and grow in the era of Industry 4.0. [Read more…] about Industrial IoT in Manufacturing: Driving Smart Factory Efficiency and Sustainability

The Global Expansion of Data Centers: What Businesses Need to Know

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The digital landscape is shifting under our feet, and it’s happening faster than most of us realize. Honestly, it can feel a bit overwhelming to keep up. Not long ago, the conversation around data centers was limited to dusty IT rooms and basement servers.

Today, these facilities have become the literal backbone of the modern economy. As businesses look toward international growth, the physical location of their digital infrastructure has become a deciding factor in their success.

The global expansion of data centers isn’t just a technical trend. It is a fundamental change in how commerce, communication, and innovation function on a global scale. [Read more…] about The Global Expansion of Data Centers: What Businesses Need to Know

Perspective from Zebra Technologies: Pocket automation – the pragmatic path to a resilient supply chain in 2026

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By Andre Luecht, global strategy lead – transport and logistics at Zebra Technologies

While full-site automation grabs headlines, the most decisive trend involves targeted, scalable investments that empower frontline workers, build resilience, and perfect the all-important final customer touchpoint.

Discussions about the future of manufacturing and logistics often conjure images of vast, lights-out facilities operating with near-total autonomy. While these visions capture the imagination, the practical path forward for most organizations in 2026 looks quite different.

Faced with persistent economic uncertainty and intense cost pressures, leaders find themselves questioning the wisdom of massive, high-risk capital expenditures. The real, decisive trend shaping our industry lies not in monolithic, top-down automation but in a more pragmatic, ground-up approach: “pocket automation”. [Read more…] about Perspective from Zebra Technologies: Pocket automation – the pragmatic path to a resilient supply chain in 2026

Symbotic acquires autonomous forklift company Fox Robotics as revenue and profitability grow

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Warehouse automation company Symbotic has acquired autonomous forklift developer Fox Robotics, expanding its reach into dock automation and broadening its potential customer base.

The acquisition was disclosed during Symbotic’s fiscal first-quarter 2026 earnings call. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Fox Robotics specializes in autonomous forklift trucks used to move pallets between warehouses and loading docks. According to Symbotic, the company has about 25 customers, some of whom are not currently Symbotic clients. [Read more…] about Symbotic acquires autonomous forklift company Fox Robotics as revenue and profitability grow

Japan’s ‘first’ 2-story 3D printed house obtains seismic approval from government

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Kizuki has completed Japan’s first government approved two-story 3D printed reinforced concrete house. The project meets Japan’s stringent seismic design requirements and demonstrates that 3D printed reinforced concrete can be applied as a structural alternative to timber construction in one of the world’s most earthquake-prone regions.

  • First government approved two-story 3D printed reinforced concrete house in Japan
  • Full seismic compliance confirmed under national building standards
  • Total printed area of 50 m² (537 sq.ft.) across two floors using 39 m³ (1,371 cu.ft.) of material
  • Cave-inspired architecture featuring 3D printed arches, floor slab, and roof slab
  • Four-person crew operating the printer under seasonal conditions ranging from below 10 °C (50 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F)
  • Custom printer configuration enabling printing from 0,5 m (20 in) below ground to a total height of 7 m (23 ft)

The 50 m² (537 sq.ft.) house consists of a 31 m² (329 sq.ft.) ground floor and a 19 m² (209 sq.ft.) upper floor. The design follows a cave-inspired architectural concept, incorporating 3D printed arches, a 3D printed floor slab, and a 3D printed roof slab. Several interior elements were produced using 3D printing to extend the curved geometry throughout the interior. [Read more…] about Japan’s ‘first’ 2-story 3D printed house obtains seismic approval from government

Comau expands wearable robotics with new Mate-XT GO exoskeleton

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Comau has launched the Mate-XT GO, the new wearable exoskeleton designed to support workers’ arms and shoulders during repetitive or overhead tasks.

Weighing less than 3 kg and easy to use, it can be put on in 30 seconds and taken off in just 10 seconds, allowing for easy integration into daily activities without interrupting workflows.

Certified as Category II Personal Protective Equipment, which allows use in regulated work environments, Mate-XT GO reduces muscle and perceived effort by up to 50 percent, improving comfort, endurance, and posture throughout the workday without restricting natural movements. [Read more…] about Comau expands wearable robotics with new Mate-XT GO exoskeleton

ANYbotics achieves ISO 27001 certification

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ANYbotics has successfully passed the rigorous, multi-stage audit with zero non-conformities on its first attempt. This rare accomplishment in the high-tech sector is independent, third-party proof that the company operates a “world-class” Information Security Management System (ISMS) and reflects its commitment to operational excellence and security maturity. [Read more…] about ANYbotics achieves ISO 27001 certification

German technology company CorTec implants second human with its brain-computer interface

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Second implantation at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle marks continued progress in the FDA-approved study informed by promising results from the first participant.

CorTec, a pioneer in active implantable medical technologies, has announced the “successful second implantation” of its proprietary Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) system, the Brain Interchange, in an FDA‑approved clinical trial involving stroke patients at Harborview Medical Center, a major site of UW Medicine.

The implantation follows encouraging neurological gains observed in the study’s first participant, whose rehabilitation progress has strengthened confidence in CorTec’s fully implantable platform for stroke recovery.

This represents another key milestone in the joint effort to evaluate CorTec’s fully implantable closed-loop BCI platform, developed and manufactured entirely in Germany, for therapeutic applications in neurological disorders. [Read more…] about German technology company CorTec implants second human with its brain-computer interface

University of Waterloo scientists develop way of ‘translating music into light and motion with robots’

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Robots the size of soccer balls create new visual art by trailing light that represents the ‘emotional essence’ of music

A system developed by researchers at the University of Waterloo, in Canada, lets people collaborate with groups of robots to create works of art inspired by music.

The new technology features multiple wheeled robots about the size of soccer balls that trail coloured light as they move within a fixed area on the floor in response to key features of music including tempo and chord progression.

A camera records the co-ordinated light trails as they snake within that area, which serves as the canvas for the creation of a “painting”, or visual representation of the emotional content of a particular piece of music. [Read more…] about University of Waterloo scientists develop way of ‘translating music into light and motion with robots’

A Guide to the Most Effective Treatment Options for Addiction Recovery

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Addiction recovery requires a thoughtful approach supported by structured care, evidence-based methods, and a safe environment that promotes steady progress.

Each person entering treatment brings unique experiences, challenges, and goals, which means the most effective path forward must reflect those needs. With the right combination of services, individuals gain clarity, stability, and the skills needed for long-term change.

Individuals can explore comprehensive treatment programs offered through centers such as Renew Health alcohol and drug rehab to understand how different options address substance dependence from multiple angles. This guide outlines the most effective treatment approaches and explains how each one strengthens the recovery journey. [Read more…] about A Guide to the Most Effective Treatment Options for Addiction Recovery