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EU enlists Nvidia to boost AI research across Europe

Researchers and startups could gain easier access to AI tools, training and European computing power as the Commission teams up with Nvidia.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Software engineering

Clarios expands battery R&D partnership with Piaxo

The move widens Clarios's European engineering base as it pushes sodium-ion battery work for colder-weather vehicle systems.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Yesterday

Robotics

NVIDIA deepens Nordic AI bets with startups & partners

Regional AI infrastructure is set to surge, with cloud providers on course to deploy 1 gigawatt of capacity by the end of 2027.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday

Data Analytics

Google rolls out Gemini 4 Argon for enterprise users

The model is being pitched at coding, finance and security teams after Google said it sped up engineering work and helped patch serious flaws.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Robotics

Thales expands Google Cloud tie-up to secure AI agents

The integration aims to curb prompt injection, data leakage and unauthorised actions as firms shift AI from pilots to critical systems.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Data Protection

Acronis names Gerald Caron as their new CISO for expansion

The appointment comes as the cybersecurity company's managed detection and response service is growing by more than 50% quarter on quarter.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 4 days ago

Data governance

Bloomberg launches enterprise MCP for AI data access

Financial firms can now let AI agents pull licensed Bloomberg data through a standardised interface that also supplies the context needed to use it correctly.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 5 days ago

Artificial Intelligence

Auckland startup Capiche seeks backers for dyslexia tool

Backed by more than 1,000 users and 75 schools, the startup is now chasing investors to turn its free tool into a paid business.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 5 days ago

Application Programming Interface

Liner launches AI API to cut model costs by over 50%

Developers could lower large language model bills by more than 50% as routing software picks cheaper systems for each request.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week

Robotics

SYOS Aerospace raises first institutional funding round

The defence startup will use the cash to expand research, boost production and widen its international reach after years of contract-led growth.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last week

Manufacturing

QuantWare appoints Bart Filius as Chief Financial Officer

Backed by a USD $178 million funding round, the Delft-based quantum processor maker is scaling production and broadening sales across 20 countries.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week

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Data Analytics

Samsung Ads unveils new CTV tools & content in Australia

Streaming now accounts for 73% of viewing time on Samsung sets in Australia, prompting new ad formats, measurement tools and local content.

By Mara Sugue • 5 min read • 3 days ago

Manufacturing

Pyung Hwa renews Rimini Street deal after 50% savings

The renewed support pact will help the Korean parts maker keep ageing SAP and Oracle systems running while cutting annual maintenance costs by 50%.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Internet of Things

Fridge hack a 'wake-up call' for NZ supermarkets - cyber expert

Outdated software left internet-linked devices exposed, with supermarkets warned the same flaw could disrupt everyday shopping in New Zealand.

By Mary Argue • 2 min read • 4 days ago

Artificial Intelligence

Flux adds AI engineering metrics to show real returns

The new features aim to help engineering chiefs prove whether AI coding tools are lifting delivery, quality and spend returns.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • 4 days ago

Data Analytics

Ireland ranks fourth globally for AI engineering talent

Stronger AI adoption and talent inflows have helped Ireland stay ahead of a global hiring slowdown, despite weaker junior recruitment in some sectors.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • 4 days ago

Supply Chain

MRO-TEK Networks reports 57% rise in products revenue

Revenue from MRO-TEK's products division climbed as demand from telecom, enterprise and government customers offset weaker results elsewhere in the group.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • 4 days ago