Tag Archives: INNOVATION

IFA 2026: KI wird physisch – und der Wettbewerb um das vernetzte Zuhause verschärft sich

KI wird physisch: On-Device AI, Robotik und kontextbezogene Systeme ziehen in immer mehr Alltagsgeräte ein. Ökosysteme werden wichtiger: Smartphone, Smart Home, Mobilität, Energie und Haushaltsgeräte wachsen technologisch zusammen. China erhöht den Wettbewerbsdruck: Mehr als 900 chinesische Unternehmen sind laut rbb24 … Read the full press release

Siemens Integrates Artificial Intelligence Into Apprenticeships and Dual-Study Programmes

(IN BRIEF) Siemens is embedding artificial intelligence across its professional training programmes in Germany as around 1,500 young talents begin vocational training or dual-study programmes at 18 training centres nationwide this year, alongside more than 300 training positions provided for … Read the full press release

“Deutschlandfahrt” 2026 Begins at Mercedes-Benz Wörth During 130-Year Truck Anniversary

(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz Trucks has opened the “Deutschlandfahrt” 2026 at its Wörth plant as part of its “130 years of trucks” anniversary year, celebrating the legacy of commercial vehicle development since Gottlieb Daimler created the world’s first truck 130 years … Read the full press release

Fincantieri and Oceania Cruises Celebrate Launch of New Luxury Cruise Ship

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri and Oceania Cruises, part of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., have launched Oceania Sonata™ at Fincantieri’s Marghera shipyard, with delivery scheduled for 2027. The new luxury cruise ship will have a gross tonnage of approximately 86,000 tons … Read the full press release

Noelle Eder to Continue Leading Technology as Standard Chartered Refines Management Structure

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has announced changes within its Group Management Team, expanding the responsibilities of Tanuj Kapilashrami, who was appointed Group Chief Operating Officer in May 2026. From 1 October 2026, Kapilashrami will lead not only the functions previously … Read the full press release

FC Bayern Munich and Viessmann Bring Sustainable Climate Solutions Into Sports Sponsorship

(IN BRIEF) Viessmann Climate Solutions and FC Bayern Munich have launched “Home Advantage,” a new campaign that uses humour, football storytelling and the emotional appeal of sport to highlight the role of modern climate solutions at the Allianz Arena, where … Read the full press release

Lloyds Research Identifies Skills, Cost and Data Quality as Key AI Adoption Barriers

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds research from the Lloyds Business Barometer finds that 54 percent of UK businesses say AI has created new jobs within their organisations, while 58 percent plan to invest in AI skills over the next year as adoption … Read the full press release

Banco Sabadell Partnership to Continue Supporting Amundi Investment Solutions in Spain

(IN BRIEF) Amundi and Banco Sabadell have extended their partnership for an additional five years, continuing their collaboration until 2035. The partnership, which began in 2020 and was initially planned to run until 2030, allows Amundi to distribute its investment … Read the full press release

Philips Supervisory Board Maintains Governance Framework in Updated Exor Agreement

(IN BRIEF) Royal Philips and Exor N.V. have updated their long-term relationship agreement, giving Exor the flexibility to increase its shareholding in Philips to up to 22 percent of issued ordinary share capital and voting rights, compared with the previous … Read the full press release

Romanian Businesses to Gain New Financing Through EIB and BRD Sogelease Partnership

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank is lending €100 million to BRD Sogelease IFN SA, the leasing subsidiary of BRD Groupe Société Générale, to expand financing for SMEs and Mid-Caps in Romania. The credit line will support business expansion, productivity … Read the full press release

SGS Supports Industry Effort to Assess PFAS-Free Water- and Oil-Repellent Solutions

(IN BRIEF) SGS has joined Project DW(O)R-X, an apparel industry collaboration launched by Fashion for Good to benchmark durable water- and oil-repellent products that are free from intentionally added PFAS. The project will assess ten DW(O)R solutions, ranging from early-stage … Read the full press release

ArcelorMittal Releases Special Podcast Episode on Its Creation, Growth and Future

(IN BRIEF) ArcelorMittal has released a special edition of its Steel Talks podcast to mark the company’s 20th anniversary. The episode features Executive Chairman Lakshmi Mittal, CEO Aditya Mittal and journalist and author Tim Bouquet, whose 2008 book Cold Steel … Read the full press release

Bechtle UK Creates Customer Showcase for Modern Workplace and Technology Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Bechtle UK has moved into new office premises at Angel Square in London’s Islington district, expanding its presence in the capital. The new office provides 11,606 square feet of flexible workspace and has been designed with integrated technologies … Read the full press release

HENSOLDT Employees Explore Collaboration and Unconscious Bias Through DiversityParcours

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT organised a DiversityParcours at its Ulm site in July, giving around 250 employees the chance to explore diversity, collaboration and unconscious bias through an interactive format. The DiversityParcours, developed by the Institute for Diversity Management, is a … Read the full press release

FC Internazionale Milano Names BBVA Official Sleeve Partner Across Men’s, Women’s and Legends Teams

(IN BRIEF) BBVA and FC Internazionale Milano have announced a new partnership designed to create new experiences for customers and football fans through innovation, technology and digital engagement. As part of the agreement, BBVA becomes the Official Sleeve Partner of … Read the full press release

Deutsche Bank Employees Explore Responsible AI Use Across 21 Global Locations

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank’s Global Hackathon is celebrating its 10th anniversary, bringing together more than 4,000 employees across 21 locations worldwide. This year’s 24-hour event focuses on practical AI use cases, with teams developing prototypes that address challenges around employee … Read the full press release

AFME Highlights Capital Markets as Key Driver of UK Investment and Economic Growth

(IN BRIEF) AFME has published A Renewed Agenda for UK Financial Markets, calling on the new UK Government to maintain momentum behind financial services reform and focus on measures that support investment, growth and competitiveness. The report argues that while … Read the full press release

EQT Becomes Official Private Markets Partner of Emirates GBR SailGP Team Through 2030

(IN BRIEF) EQT has entered a multi-year global partnership with the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team, becoming the team’s official private markets partner through 2030. The agreement includes prominent EQT branding on the team’s F50 race boat, as well as … Read the full press release

EIB Signs First €50 Million Tranche With CrediaBank to Boost Greek Security and Defence Investment

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank and CrediaBank have launched a new financing partnership to support investment in Greece’s security and defence ecosystem. The agreement is part of a €100 million approval, with the EIB signing an initial €50 million … Read the full press release

BBVA Wins Global Customer Experience and Diversity Awards at Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has been named the World’s Best Bank for Customer Experience and the World’s Best Bank for Diversity and Inclusion at the 2026 Euromoney Awards for Excellence. The customer experience award recognises BBVA’s strategy of moving from thinking … Read the full press release