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Siemens unveils Digital Twin Composer for factories

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Siemens launches Digital Twin Composer to build metaverse-style factory twins, unifying design, simulation and operations in 3D scenes.
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Private 5G network spend to hit USD $7.2bn by 2028

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Spending on private LTE and 5G networks is forecast to hit USD $7.2 billion by 2028 as enterprises outpace growth in public mobile systems.
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CIMPOR’s private 5G blueprint boosts efficiency, cuts CO2

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CIMPOR’s new private 5G blueprint lifts plant efficiency by 1%, saves up to USD $15 million a year and cuts CO2 emissions by 140,000 tonnes.
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AI-fuelled cyber attacks push UK security to turning point

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AI-driven attacks shifting from data theft to crippling operations mark a 2025 tipping point for UK cyber security, DTP Group warns.
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SLK named Major Contender for AI app transformation

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SLK named Major Contender in Everest Group 2025 AI app transformation ranking as enterprises rush to modernise legacy tech for AI at scale.
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Purearth adopts Schneider Electric UPS service model

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Purearth Foods shifts to Schneider Electric’s service-led UPS model, trading capex for managed, data-driven power resilience in ANZ plants.
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Realtime Robotics brings Resolver software to Japan

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Realtime Robotics has debuted its cloud motion-planning tool Resolver in Japan, unveiling new robot controls and UI upgrades at iREX 2025.
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Epson & Citizen Wolf launch Smart Factory to cut textile waste

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Epson and Citizen Wolf launch Smart Factory in Marrickville to cut textile waste via on-demand garment printing and support Australian charities.
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AMD unveils Ryzen Embedded 9000 chips for industrial systems

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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AMD launches Ryzen Embedded 9000 Series processors, built on Zen 5, for robust, scalable performance in industrial automation and machine vision systems.
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ADMARES uses Siemens Xcelerator to drive smart, green homes

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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ADMARES uses Siemens Xcelerator to mass-produce smart, eco-friendly homes, cutting emissions by 75% and waste by 80% with automated modular design.
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Tapway partners with Thai firms to boost Vision AI reach in Thailand

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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Tapway partners with three Thai firms to expand its Vision AI platform SamurAI, aiming to install 500 licences and boost AI use in Thailand within a year.
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AWS opens Singapore Innovation Hub & launches AI Springboard

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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AWS has opened its first Asia Pacific Innovation Hub in Singapore, launching the AI Springboard to boost AI adoption among 300 local enterprises.
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Ericsson & Supermicro partner to deliver integrated Edge AI

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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Ericsson and Supermicro have teamed up to combine 5G connectivity with Edge AI platforms, aiming to simplify enterprise deployment of integrated solutions.
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Ericsson, Supermicro partner on bundled edge AI & 5G

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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Ericsson and Supermicro have agreed to jointly develop bundles combining enterprise 5G connectivity with Edge AI platforms to simplify deployment for businesses.
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GRP partners with Rimini Street to enhance SAP support

Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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GRP, a leading Indonesian steel manufacturer, partners with Rimini Street to enhance its SAP S/4HANA support and drive Industry 4.0 initiatives.
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LG Electronics sees record second-quarter revenue & profit

Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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LG Electronics posted record second-quarter revenue of KRW 21.69 trillion (USD $15.82 billion) and operating profit of KRW 1.20 trillion (USD $875 million).
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LG expands smart factory initiative, targets multi-trillion KRW by 2030

Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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LG Electronics aims to grow its smart factory initiative into a multi-trillion KRW enterprise by 2030, blending AI with decades of manufacturing expertise.
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AI-powered cake baking facility opened in Queensland

Tue, 28th May 2024
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Priestleys Gourmet Delights has unveiled a 53 million AI-powered facility in Brisbane, doubling production capacity and creating 56 jobs by 2026.
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SAS’ AI and advanced analytics solutions aid sustainability

Thu, 11th May 2023
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The city of Istanbul and the Wienerberger Group have reduced emissions and optimised operations by implementing SAS’ AI and advanced analytics solutions.
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SmartBear and BnK Solution now strategic partners in Vietnam

Fri, 3rd Feb 2023
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The partnership combines SmartBear's portfolio with BnK's expertise and dedication to providing digital transformation solutions to enterprises in Vietnam.