Daily Archives: 21, October 2025

Vodafone and Zinkworks collaborate on AI-powered Rapid RIC platform to revolutionize mobile network innovation across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has partnered with Irish tech company Zinkworks to develop Rapid RIC, a Generative AI-powered platform designed to accelerate the creation of radio access network applications across Europe. Launching in early 2026, the platform will allow engineers to … Read the full press release

BASF and IFF join forces to advance enzyme innovation and sustainable biomaterials for the cleaning and personal care industries

(IN BRIEF) BASF and International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of next-generation enzyme technologies and biobased polymers for fabric, dish, personal care, and industrial cleaning applications. The collaboration combines BASF’s expertise … Read the full press release

Telekom launches nationwide campaign promoting sustainability and offering one kilogram of recycled gold as grand prize

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has launched a nationwide recycling campaign that allows customers to trade in old mobile phones for a chance to win prizes — including a 1-kilogram gold bar made from recycled gold. Running from October 7 to … Read the full press release

The Adecco Group and Microsoft launch free global AI learning initiative to build an inclusive, future-ready workforce

(IN BRIEF) The Adecco Group and Microsoft have launched a free global AI learning program aimed at equipping jobseekers with essential AI and digital skills to thrive in an AI-driven economy. Initially launching in Switzerland with a phased international rollout, … Read the full press release

SCHOTT Pharma debuts world’s first 5.5 ml prefillable staked-needle glass syringe, paving the way for next-generation biologic therapies at home

(IN BRIEF) SCHOTT Pharma has launched the industry’s first 5.5 ml prefillable staked-needle glass syringe, expanding its syriQ BioPure® platform to support biologic therapies designed for home administration. The syringe integrates seamlessly with Ypsomed’s YpsoMate® 5.5 ml autoinjector and Datwyler’s … Read the full press release

Dürr earns “Excellent Supplier” award after completing Thanh Cong Group’s state-of-the-art paint shop in Vietnam

(IN BRIEF) Dürr has completed a major turnkey paint shop project for Thanh Cong Group (TC Group) at the new Thanh Cong Viet Hung automobile plant in Quang Ninh, Vietnam — marking their first collaboration and enabling the launch of … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group strengthens AI leadership in financial services through large-scale Copilot integration and workforce upskilling

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Banking Group has achieved a major milestone in AI adoption, with 93% of its 30,000 M365 Copilot licence holders actively using the tool to improve productivity and save an average of 46 minutes daily. Supported by its … Read the full press release

Oteis acquires GreenFlex from TotalEnergies to create a leading sustainability and engineering consultancy

(IN BRIEF) TotalEnergies has agreed to sell its sustainability-focused subsidiary GreenFlex to the French consulting and engineering group Oteis, aligning with its strategy to concentrate on energy production and supply. Oteis, which employs over 800 people and operates across 30 … Read the full press release

Renewed three-year alliance between TotalEnergies and Colas advances decarbonization of global construction operations

(IN BRIEF) Bouygues Group subsidiary Colas and TotalEnergies have renewed their three-year partnership to accelerate the decarbonization of the construction industry in France and beyond. The collaboration focuses on deploying biofuels such as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), renewable electricity, electric … Read the full press release

New RAMPART trial results show combination immunotherapy significantly improves disease-free survival in kidney cancer patients after surgery

(IN BRIEF) The Phase III RAMPART trial has demonstrated that combining the immunotherapy drugs durvalumab and tremelimumab after surgery significantly improves disease-free survival in patients with early-stage renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Led by the Medical Research Council Clinical Trials Unit … Read the full press release

New monarchE trial data shows long-term survival gains for high-risk early breast cancer patients receiving abemaciclib with hormone therapy

(IN BRIEF) Long-term data from the international monarchE trial has confirmed that patients with HR+ and HER2- node-positive high-risk early breast cancer achieve better survival outcomes when treated with the targeted therapy abemaciclib in combination with standard hormone therapy. Presented … Read the full press release

The Institute of Cancer Research highlights the vital role of statistics in shaping cancer breakthroughs for World Statistics Day 2025

(IN BRIEF) In recognition of World Statistics Day 2025, The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), London, is spotlighting the essential role of statisticians in advancing cancer research through reliable, transparent, and responsible data analysis. The event, themed “Quality statistics and … Read the full press release

Cancer incidence increasing across age groups as ICR study identifies shared global risk patterns

(IN BRIEF) A new global analysis by The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), London, has found that cancer incidence is rising in both younger and older adults, disputing the idea that the global increase is limited to those under 50. … Read the full press release

DNV highlights modular reactor designs and regulation as key to future nuclear-powered shipping

(IN BRIEF) DNV has released a new white paper exploring the potential of nuclear propulsion in driving maritime decarbonization amid rising environmental pressures. The report examines the technological, regulatory, and commercial challenges involved in adapting nuclear energy for maritime use, … Read the full press release

The Leverhulme Trust recognises 30 exceptional researchers with £3 million in 2025 Philip Leverhulme Prizes

(IN BRIEF) The Leverhulme Trust has announced the 2025 Philip Leverhulme Prize winners, awarding £3 million across 30 exceptional researchers from universities including Oxford, Cambridge, Southampton, and Liverpool. Each prize, worth £100,000, supports researchers in Archaeology, Chemistry, Economics, Engineering, Geography, … Read the full press release