Research and Development (R&D) stories
Elsevier unveils Embase AI to transform biomedical data research
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Elsevier launches Embase AI, a tool that halves biomedical data review time with natural language queries and transparent, up-to-date research summaries.
Industrial Strategy hailed as digital, skills & supply chain reforms urged
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The UK’s new Industrial Strategy launches, but leaders urge urgent reforms in digital, skills, and supply chains to boost growth.
UK & Canada sign deal to boost semiconductor innovation
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The UK and Canada have signed an MoU to boost semiconductor innovation, focusing on R&D, talent development, and supply chain resilience across emerging technologies.
Australian firms cite connectivity costs as barrier to 5G adoption
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Australian businesses see high connectivity costs as a key barrier to 5G adoption, limiting innovation, productivity, and sustainability efforts nationwide.
Proofpoint opens Singapore HQ to boost AI security in Asia-Pacific
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Proofpoint has made Singapore its Asia-Pacific HQ to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity amid rising AI-enabled threats across the region.
Sennheiser celebrates 80 years of audio innovation & legacy
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Sennheiser celebrates 80 years of pioneering audio innovation, from the first wireless mic to the new Spectera system, shaping sound experiences worldwide.
Sertis & Andersen Consulting unite to boost global AI reach
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data analytics
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Sertis joins Andersen Consulting, enhancing AI-driven consulting and expanding Andersen’s operational footprint in Thailand and Indonesia.
LuminX raises USD $5.5 million to advance AI for warehouses
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LuminX raises USD $5.5 million seed funding to boost AI vision language models improving efficiency in warehouse and supply chain operations.
Suprema renews ISO certifications to boost data protection
Thu, 29th May 2025
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Suprema has renewed its ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and 27701 certifications, reinforcing its commitment to data security amid evolving digital threats.
Auckland unveils alliance to unite & grow city technology sector
Tue, 20th May 2025
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Auckland Mayor unveils Innovation & Technology Alliance to boost collaboration, tech growth, and economic productivity in the city and region.
Robinson secures $71 million for advanced tech platform
Fri, 9th May 2025
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Robinson Research Institute secures $71 million over seven years to boost New Zealand's advanced magnetic technology and materials innovations.
Advanced launches with $25 million to boost startups
Thu, 8th May 2025
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software
Advanced launches with $25m to fund Australian startups by advancing R&D Tax Incentive refunds, aiming to boost economic impact and innovation growth.
Forrester names AI, agentic systems & robotics top for 2025
Wed, 7th May 2025
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Forrester names AI, synthetic data, agentic AI and humanoid robots as top emerging technologies for 2025, highlighting a shift to strategic business adoption.
Wazoku & NICE offer USD $4 million grants for tech in China
Tue, 6th May 2025
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Wazoku and China's NICE launch a USD $4 million grant initiative supporting tech innovators in the Yangtze Delta across five key sectors.
GenAI promises manufacturing boost but firms lack readiness
Mon, 5th May 2025
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Manufacturers see generative AI as key to transformation but 92% lack the tech and policies needed, says NTT DATA research across 34 countries.
Allvue boosts AI & data with new hires & R&D investment
Sat, 3rd May 2025
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Allvue Systems boosts its AI and data capabilities with a 70% R&D budget rise and key hires, aiming to enhance tools for alternative investment markets.
GitHub Copilot surpasses 15 million users as AI tools expand
Thu, 1st May 2025
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GitHub Copilot has exceeded 15 million users, growing rapidly as Microsoft advances its AI tools in software development and cloud services.
Microsoft quarterly results lifted by AI & cloud revenue gains
Thu, 1st May 2025
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Microsoft's Q3 revenue rose 13% to USD $70.1bn, driven by cloud and AI demand, with net income up 18% to USD $25.8bn for the quarter ending March 2025.
Semiconductor materials market set to reach USD $119.8 billion
Thu, 1st May 2025
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The electronics and semiconductor materials market is set to more than double from USD $58.0bn in 2023 to USD $119.8bn by 2034, driven by tech advances and digitisation.
PentenAmio merger targets secure global cyber defence growth
Thu, 1st May 2025
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Australian Penten and UK-based Amiosec merge to form PentenAmio, offering sovereign cybersecurity and electronic warfare tech, targeting Allied defence clients.