Tag Archives: robotics

H.E. Fouzia Abass, Ambassador of the Republic of Kenya, to Contribute to High-Level European Dialogue on Physical AI at the 5th Session of the World Technology Congress

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) will host H.E. Fouzia Abass, Ambassador of the Republic of Kenya, at its 5th Session taking place from 22–24 April 2026 at Villa Carminati Di Resta in Lake Como. Joined by Mr. Gilbert … Read the full press release

Automation Engineering Becomes Krause Automation Under Agile Robots as thyssenkrupp Sharpens Portfolio Strategy

(IN BRIEF) thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology has finalized the sale of its Automation Engineering unit to Agile Robots SE, marking a key step in its strategic portfolio transformation. The business will operate as Krause Automation within the Agile Robots Group, combining … Read the full press release

Dario Peirone to Contribute to High-Level European Dialogue on Physical AI at the 5th Session of the World Technology Congress

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) will welcome Dario Peirone, Chairman of CEIPIEDMONTE, to its 5th Session taking place from April 22–24, 2026, in Lake Como. Representing one of Europe’s most industrially advanced regions, Peirone brings extensive experience in … Read the full press release

Canada’s Trade Commissioner in Milan, Simone Grassi, to Contribute to High-Level European Dialogue on Physical AI at the 5th Session of the World Technology Congress

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) will host Simone Grassi, Trade Commissioner at the Consulate of Canada in Milan, at its 5th Session taking place from April 22–24, 2026, in Lake Como. His participation highlights Canada’s growing influence in … Read the full press release

KUKA Introduces New AI Driven Automation Platform to Bridge Traditional Robotics and Intelligent Systems

(IN BRIEF) KUKA Group has unveiled its Automation 2.0 vision, highlighting the growing role of Physical AI in transforming industrial automation. Presented at NVIDIA GTC, the company introduced its KUKA AMP platform, which integrates traditional rule-based systems with AI-driven, intent-based … Read the full press release

Italy’s Undersecretary for Technological Innovation, Sen. Alessio Butti, to Contribute to High-Level European Dialogue on Physical AI at the 5th Session of the World Technology Congress

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) has announced that Alessio Butti will participate in its 5th Session in Lake Como from April 22–24, 2026, contributing key insights from Italy’s national digital transformation agenda. As Undersecretary for Technological Innovation, Butti … Read the full press release

H.E. Ambassador Vincent Y.C. Tsai to Contribute Taiwan’s Perspective to the 5th Session of the World Technology Congress in Lake Como

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) has announced that Vincent Y.C. Tsai will participate in its 5th Session at Lake Como from April 22–24, 2026, contributing a key perspective from Taiwan, a global leader in semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, and … Read the full press release

Croatia’s Minister of Science, Education and Youth, Prof. Dr. Radovan Fuchs, to Join Key European and Global Leaders at the 5th Session of the World Technology Congress

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC) will host Radovan Fuchs as a keynote speaker at its 5th Session in Lake Como on April 22–24, 2026, bringing an important EU perspective to discussions on rapidly advancing technologies such as Physical … Read the full press release

Viking Libra Launch Marks Major Step in Zero Emission Cruise Ship Development and Strengthens Fincantieri Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri has launched the Viking Libra at its Ancona shipyard, a new cruise ship for Viking scheduled for delivery in late 2026. The vessel will be the world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship, featuring a propulsion system that combines … Read the full press release

Europe’s Strategic Autonomy Drive Is Giving Rise to a New Defense-Tech Vanguard

Europe’s push for strategic autonomy is accelerating defense-tech innovation across the continent Emerging AI, robotics and autonomous systems firms are entering mainstream procurement frameworks Software-defined warfare and secure digital ecosystems are reshaping military capability Cross-border partnerships and NATO-aligned integration are … Read the full press release

KUKA Introduces New AI Driven Automation Platform to Bridge Traditional Robotics and Intelligent Systems

(IN BRIEF) KUKA Group has unveiled its Automation 2.0 vision, highlighting the growing role of Physical AI in transforming industrial automation. Presented at NVIDIA GTC, the company introduced its KUKA AMP platform, which integrates traditional rule-based systems with AI-driven, intent-based … Read the full press release

Telefónica Demonstrates Future Connectivity Solutions and Quantum Technologies at Mobile World Congress 2026

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica will showcase its latest digital technologies and network capabilities at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona under the theme Ready for Next. The company’s 951-square-meter stand will feature a circular design centered around a large 360-degree LED … Read the full press release

WTC Appoints Dr. Paolo Dario as Scientific Advisor, Strengthening Leadership in Bio‑Inspired Engineering, Robotics, and Science‑Driven Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The World Technology Congress (WTC), a Switzerland-based international non-profit focused on innovation diplomacy and the global impact of emerging technologies, has appointed Dr. Paolo Dario to its Advisory Board as Scientific Advisor. An internationally recognised pioneer in robotics … Read the full press release

LaCabina Becomes Telefónica’s Central Showcase for Scalable Innovation Across Industry, Healthcare, and Smart Cities

(IN BRIEF) Since opening in 2023 Telefónica’s LaCabina in Madrid has welcomed over 30,000 visitors from 5,000 organizations, with more than 40 percent adopting Telefónica technologies after their visit the 2,200-sqm innovation hub hosts over 270 demonstrations across nine sectoral … Read the full press release

EBRD Invests Alongside Resource Partners in Unilogo Robotics to Strengthen Poland’s Advanced Manufacturing Sector

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD has acquired an indirect minority stake in Polish robotics firm Unilogo Robotics, investing alongside private equity fund Resource Partners to support the company’s continued expansion. Unilogo specialises in integrated robotic assembly lines controlled by proprietary software, … Read the full press release

Automation Partnership Between KUKA and 5North to Enable High-Speed Robotic Production of 2D Building Panels in Adelaide

(IN BRIEF) KUKA and Australian company 5North have partnered to build a fully automated 2D timber panel manufacturing plant in Adelaide, introducing robotics at every stage of production — from material feeding to finishing. The advanced line will produce precision … Read the full press release

Agile Robots acquires thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering to form new Krause Automation and drive next-generation industrial automation

(IN BRIEF) thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology has signed an agreement to sell its Automation Engineering business unit to Agile Robots SE as part of its broader strategic repositioning toward growth and capital-market readiness. Automation Engineering, known for bespoke mechanical engineering and … Read the full press release

Siemens and NEC Partner to Automate Robot Teaching and Accelerate Digital Transformation in Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software and NEC Corporation have signed a Technology Partner Program Agreement to jointly develop an automated robot teaching solution that integrates NEC’s Robot Task Planning service with Siemens’ Process Simulate software. The collaboration, part of … Read the full press release

TUM Develops Ultra-Precise Eye Surgery Robot to Treat Age-Related Macular Degeneration with 15-Micrometer Accuracy

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the Technical University of Munich (TUM), led by Professor Mohammad Ali Nasseri, have developed a robotic assistant capable of delivering ultra-precise eye injections to treat age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The system, requiring less than five minutes … 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