Volkswagen is taking control of its tech destiny in China by developing custom AI chips. The German automaker is investing heavily to compete in a market where Chinese EV makers now dominate. This $200 million chip development signals a major strategic shift.
MACOM Technology Solutions has secured an exclusive license to manufacture products using HRL Laboratories’ proprietary 40nm T3L gallium nitride-on-silicon carbide process. The technology was developed under key Defense Department programs and will be transferred to MACOM’s US Trusted Foundries. Thi
The manufacturing industry is undergoing a profound transformation through the AI Productivity Cycle. This framework connects AI with enterprise-wide digital infrastructure to create continuous learning and improvement loops that answer complex “what if” questions in seconds.
Xcel Energy is seeking approval to double battery storage capacity at its Sherco coal plant in Minnesota. The utility plans to build 600 MW of storage using existing grid connections, with construction starting in 2026. This represents part of Xcel’s massive $15 billion capital expansion plan.
Apple plans to launch an affordable MacBook in early 2026 using an A-series processor instead of M-series chips. The device, codenamed J700, will target budget-conscious buyers who typically consider Chromebooks or low-end Windows laptops. It features a completely new design and promises better batt
Both automakers are expected to show revenue growth but face mounting profitability concerns. They’ve already cut production guidance and face industry-wide headwinds including tariffs and reduced federal incentives.
NVIDIA has achieved volume production of its Blackwell AI chips in the United States within just nine months. CEO Jensen Huang credits Taiwanese partners including TSMC, Foxconn, and Wistron for making this rapid manufacturing turnaround possible.
Construction equipment giant Develon is making Leica Geosystems’ MC1 3D machine control system available as an aftermarket kit for its entire 9 Series crawler excavator lineup. The partnership enables operators to upgrade from existing 2D systems to precise 3D automation without replacing their curr
A new standard aims to solve the biggest weakness in 3D printed polymer parts. It focuses on repeatable testing of the bond between layers. This could lead to stronger, more reliable printed components.
While generative AI dominates headlines, industrial AI is quietly transforming energy management and manufacturing operations. The technology delivers measurable ROI in months while solving critical workforce and sustainability challenges.
