The robotics sector is entering a new phase with customizable, cost-effective options driven by open-source hardware, AI-driven inspection, and flexible automation tools, expanding capabilities across factories of all sizes.
Rockwell Automation and Augury are expanding their partnership with a new AI-driven workflow designed to turn factory machine data into rapid maintenance actions, aiming to narrow the current gap where only 43% of data is effectively utilized.
A leaked investor briefing forced Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek to pause a planned second funding round; founders, backers and regulators now face questions about chip sourcing, valuation and geopolitics, and why this matters to anyone watching the global AI investment boom.
Shoppers and drivers are noticing Tesla’s big software shift in China: the EV maker has replaced Grok with a local dual-AI voice assistant, promising faster responses, hands‑free wake words and better compliance with China’s data rules, a clear move to localize the smart cabin experience.
The graphics card market in 2026 is undergoing unprecedented transformation, diverging significantly from the typical dynamics of a consumer-focused industry.
Shoppers and travelers may not notice yet, but Hong Kong is quietly ramping up fully driverless vehicle trials on Airport Island , a move that could reshape short-hop rides and logistics. The Transport Department approved unmanned tests after months of guarded trials, marking a key step toward commercial autonomous services.
The Sandbox and Animoca Brands have launched the Creative Minds Jam 1 in Hong Kong with a US$10,000 prize purse, and it matters because it puts agentic AI, games and Web3 talent center-stage in the city’s tech scene.
China’s DeepSeek is racing to bulk up, hiring across engineering, research and product teams in Hangzhou as it prepares to compete with global AI leaders.
HKUST has launched an Industrial Alliance to fast-track robotics and AI from lab prototypes into real-world use, linking researchers, companies and students.
China’s exports and imports both exceeded analysts’ forecasts in June, signalling a vibrant upswing in global trade driven by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure worldwide.
Authorities in Milan have intensified efforts to uncover a sprawling network of subcontractors allegedly exploiting Chinese workers in Italy’s luxury fashion industry, sparking a broader debate on industry responsibility and oversight.
As trade policies redefine sourcing standards, verified U.S. cotton with full-chain traceability emerges as a competitive advantage for apparel brands amid nearshoring trends and regulatory scrutiny.
German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann highlights the potential of the India-European Union free trade pact to deepen economic ties, promote investment, and facilitate borderless business growth amid ongoing negotiations.