Research and Development (R&D) stories
Canadian firms embrace AI & efficiency to counter tariff pressures
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Canadian firms are embracing AI and operational efficiency to offset tariff pressures, boosting optimism for growth and hiring in 2026 despite economic uncertainty.
Brevo raises EUR €500 million to expand AI & US presence
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Brevo has raised EUR €500 million, reaching unicorn status to boost AI capabilities and expand its US presence, targeting EUR €1 billion revenue by 2030.
Photonics seen as key to greener AI as energy use surges in Europe
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Photonics could be key to cutting Europe’s soaring AI energy demands and emissions as a new report warns current tech cannot meet growth sustainably.
AI-powered robot pool cleaner makes Australian market debut
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Beatbot launches its AI-powered AquaSense 2 Ultra pool-cleaning robot in Australia, featuring five cleaning modes and advanced AI for effortless pool maintenance.
Subzero Engineering launches APAC hub in Vietnam for growth
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Subzero Engineering has opened a new manufacturing and R&D hub in Ho Chi Minh City to boost data centre solutions and growth across the APAC region.
DroneShield secures AUD $5.2 million European military contract
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Australian firm DroneShield lands AUD $5.2 million contract to supply handheld counter-drone systems to a European military customer via local reseller.
Indosat launches academic AI drive to bridge digital skills gap
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Indosat partners with Indonesian universities to boost AI skills, aiming to address the digital gap with new AI-driven learning initiatives nationwide.
Sber unveils open-source AI suite for Russian language & media
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Sber launches an open-source AI suite including advanced Russian-language models for chat, speech, image, and video generation, fostering national tech growth.
OVHcloud unveils AI & quantum platforms to boost digital autonomy
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OVHcloud launches AI and Quantum-as-a-Service platforms, plus digital twin tools, to boost European businesses' digital autonomy and innovation.
TeknTrash Robotics opens Suzhou base to drive Asian expansion
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TeknTrash Robotics has opened a new base in Suzhou to expand its humanoid recycling robot operations and blend European engineering with Chinese manufacturing.
HONOR launches in Australia with flagship phones & AI focus
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HONOR debuts in Australia with flagship Magic V5 foldable phone and 400 Pro, focusing on AI features and a broad device ecosystem.
Australia urged to boost funding & diversity in quantum computing
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Australia must boost funding and diversify research in quantum computing to harness its benefits and tackle emerging cybersecurity risks, experts warn.
Your Data deserves better
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Gallagher Security offers integrated data centre security solutions that enhance protection, operational efficiency and support sustainability goals globally.
New modular quantum platform QUB promises flexible research deployment
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QuantWare, Q-CTRL and Qblox launch QUB, a modular quantum computing platform offering 5 to 41 qubits for enterprise and research flexibility.
UK quantum start-ups urge state fund to halt talent exodus
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UK quantum start-ups warn of talent loss abroad unless government creates a Quantum Sovereign Wealth Fund to support growth-stage capital investment.
US, Switzerland & UK best retain soft power amid AI surge
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The US, Switzerland, and UK lead in retaining soft power despite AI advances, thanks to culture, education, and scientific achievement, a global study finds.
Kilo rebrands to target global wellness & beauty ventures
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Kilo, formerly Kilo Health, rebrands to back global startups in wellness, beauty, and personal development with funding and operational expertise.
Q-CTRL integrates Fire Opal with RIKEN to drive quantum research
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Q-CTRL’s Fire Opal software is integrated with RIKEN’s IBM Quantum System Two to boost quantum-classical computing for science and industry research.
Cloudhouse launches Foundry to automate legacy app packaging
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Cloudhouse launches Foundry, a platform automating legacy app packaging to ease compatibility issues and speed up cloud adoption for enterprises.
Australia urged to bridge research gap with better AI adoption
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Australia faces urgent calls to improve AI adoption and bridge its innovation gap, ranking 105th globally for turning research into commercial success.