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University of Groningen Hosts ‘Transforming Interaction’ Workshop, Uniting Global Experts on AI, AAC, and Social Robotics

(IN BRIEF) At the University of Groningen, the ‘Transforming Interaction’ workshop was held from April 2–4 to bring together international experts in Conversation Analysis, Social Robotics, AAC, Artificial Intelligence, Speech Synthesis, and Interaction Design. Organized in collaboration with CADL at … Read the full press release

Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung Funds “Quantum Chemistry without Orbitals” to Revolutionize Molecular Energy Predictions

(IN BRIEF) At Heidelberg University, an interdisciplinary research project titled “Quantum Chemistry without Orbitals” is underway, funded by over 745,000 euros from the Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung over a two-year period. The project aims to predict the kinetic energy of electrons in molecules … Read the full press release

Bavarian High-Tech Awards Honor Emerging Talents with Groundbreaking Research in AI and Health at TUM University Hospital

(IN BRIEF) The Bavarian High-Tech Awards were presented for the first time by the Bavarian State Government and the Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities to recognize emerging talents and distinguished researchers. Among the awards, the High-Tech Young Investigator Award, … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Sparks AI Innovation Dialogue with Microsoft and Russell Group Leaders

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick convened senior leaders from Microsoft and the Russell Group on 9th April to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be harnessed to revolutionise higher education. Led by Raja-Saleem Javaid, the AI Forum focused on … Read the full press release

NWO Awards Over €7.7 Million to Propel TU/e-Led Digital Innovations in Energy Renovation for the Built Environment

(IN BRIEF) The press release announces that the NWO has allocated over 7.7 million euros for four projects aimed at digitizing energy renovation efforts in the built environment. A primary focus of these projects, especially the DPARt project coordinated by … Read the full press release

Nagarro and Advantech Forge Global Partnership to Develop Next-Generation Edge AI and Industrial IoT Solutions for Worldwide Market Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Nagarro and Advantech have entered into a global strategic partnership to co-develop advanced Edge AI platforms and intelligent IoT solutions. This collaboration leverages Advantech’s extensive experience in industrial-grade hardware and its worldwide support network, alongside Nagarro’s proficiency in … Read the full press release

Salt Bank Reaches 500,000 Customers in Its First Year as Romania’s Pioneering Digital Bank, Powered by Engine by Starling and GFT

(IN BRIEF) Salt Bank, launched as Romania’s first digital bank in April 2024, has quickly captured the market, reaching 500,000 customers in just one year. Developed in only 12 months by teams from Salt, Engine by Starling, and GFT, the … Read the full press release

Hexagon’s Next-Generation Public Safety Platform Empowers Sunnyvale to Modernize Emergency Dispatch and Enhance Response Capabilities for Future Growth

(IN BRIEF) Sunnyvale, California has adopted Hexagon’s advanced public safety platform to upgrade its emergency dispatch capabilities. The implementation includes the integration of HxGN OnCall Dispatch and mobile field applications to improve response times and provide detailed situational awareness to … Read the full press release

SUEZ and CNRS Forge Five-Year Research Partnership to Develop Innovative Circular and Decarbonisation Solutions for Sustainable Resource Management and Environmental Impact Reduction

(IN BRIEF) SUEZ and the CNRS have signed a comprehensive five-year framework agreement that will merge their R&D efforts to develop innovative, sustainable solutions for resource management and decarbonisation technologies. Announced during the 3rd SUEZ Innovation Day, the partnership will … Read the full press release

gAIn Initiative Paves the Way for Europe’s Next-Gen, Energy-Smart AI Ecosystem

(IN BRIEF) The gAIn project unites researchers from LMU Munich, TUM, and TUD Dresden University of Technology to confront the current challenges in artificial intelligence, particularly its high energy consumption, susceptibility to errors, and compliance issues with regulatory frameworks. With … Read the full press release

DSTA-Thales AI Innovation Lab: Pioneering Next-Generation Defences Against Drone Threats

(IN BRIEF) DSTA and Thales have established a new joint laboratory to create AI-enabled technologies designed to enhance the combat systems of the Singapore Armed Forces. Building on a 2022 Memorandum of Understanding, the collaboration is initially focused on countering … Read the full press release

Experian Enhances Aperture Data Studio: Unifying Data Governance and AI to Empower Smarter Business Decisions

(IN BRIEF) Experian has launched major enhancements to its Aperture Data Studio platform, a comprehensive data quality and governance solution designed to improve data-driven decision-making for businesses. The upgraded platform now features a flexible data catalogue, business impact analysis tools, … Read the full press release

POETIC-AI: Revolutionizing Cancer Biomarker Discovery with Integrated AI-Powered Analysis

(IN BRIEF) A groundbreaking AI-powered research platform, POETIC-AI, has been unveiled by scientists from The Institute of Cancer Research, promising to accelerate cancer biomarker discovery. Demonstrated at The Alan Turing Institute’s fifth AI UK conference, the platform integrates diverse clinical … Read the full press release

Bechtle and Trend Micro Secure 216M Euro Framework Contract to Transform Public IT Security

(IN BRIEF) Germany’s Federal Ministry of the Interior and Community (BMI) and Bechtle have entered into a framework contract worth 216 million euros for IT security products and services from Trend Micro. The five-year agreement, with a possible two-year extension, … Read the full press release

TeamViewer Unveils Global Report on AI’s Game-Changing Role in Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) At Hannover Messe, TeamViewer unveiled its AI Opportunity in Manufacturing Report, which highlights how artificial intelligence is poised to deliver the biggest productivity surge in a century. The report shows that 71% of manufacturing decision-makers believe AI will … Read the full press release

Hexagon Finalizes Dual Acquisitions of Geomagic and Septentrio NV, Boosting Manufacturing and Autonomous Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has successfully closed two acquisitions after fulfilling all necessary regulatory and closing requirements. The first acquisition is of the Geomagic suite from 3D Systems, which will become part of the Manufacturing Intelligence division from April 2025. This … Read the full press release

Hexagon Expands Manufacturing Intelligence with Acquisition of Geomagic, Enhancing 3D Reverse Engineering Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has acquired the Geomagic software business from 3D Systems Corporation, thereby incorporating cutting-edge technology that enhances the efficiency of processing 3D measurement data for reverse engineering and CAD applications. Now part of Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division, Geomagic’s … Read the full press release

SpotDraft Nets $54M to Revolutionize Legal Contract Management with AI

(IN BRIEF) SpotDraft, an AI-driven contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform for in-house legal teams, raised $54 million in Series B funding led by Vertex Growth Singapore and Trident Growth Partners, with prior investors Prosus Ventures, Xeed VC, and Arkam Ventures … Read the full press release

AI-Driven Heart Age Assessment Predicts Mortality and Cardiovascular Risk

(IN BRIEF) Researchers have developed an AI algorithm that predicts a heart’s “biological” age using standard 12-lead ECG data. Presented at EHRA 2025, the study found that a biological heart age that is seven years older than the actual age … Read the full press release

Tetra Pak and Schoeller Allibert Launch Recycled PolyAl Crates to Transform Circular Logistics

(IN BRIEF) Tetra Pak and Schoeller Allibert have unveiled an innovative transport crate made from polyAl—a recycled material sourced from used beverage cartons—as part of their commitment to the circular economy. The new crate, developed by integrating up to 50% … Read the full press release