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Darveen signs distributor agreement with IP Systemes to expand market presence in France

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Darveen, a provider of rugged industrial computing solutions, has agreed a strategic distribution partnership with IP Systemes, a French distributor known for its expertise in rugged computing and industrial automation.

Under this agreement, IP Systemes is now an authorized distributor of Darveen’s full range of industrial computing products in France.

This partnership marks a significant step in Darveen’s long-term strategy to enhance its presence in the French market. [Read more…] about Darveen signs distributor agreement with IP Systemes to expand market presence in France

ABB and Red Hat extend partnership to develop automation systems for industrial IT

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ABB and Red Hat have extended their collaboration to develop automation systems for the future of industrial IT, enabling more secure and modular deployment of control applications for process industries.

The collaboration builds on ABB’s automation leadership and Red Hat’s industry-leading enterprise open source platforms, combining industrial innovation and digital capabilities – including data analytics and artificial intelligence – to help pave the way towards autonomous operations.

ABB’s process automation system architecture consists of two interconnected yet distinct environments: a robust and secure control environment that helps ensure stable, real-time management of critical processes, and a digital environment designed for flexible and scalable introduction of digital solutions. [Read more…] about ABB and Red Hat extend partnership to develop automation systems for industrial IT

Nvidia releases new AI tools and platforms to ‘accelerate humanoid development’

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Nvidia is making significant strides in the field of humanoid robotics with the unveiling of new technologies and platforms designed to power the next generation of robots.

The company’s latest offerings aim to streamline the development process, from training and simulation to deployment.

A key announcement is the first update to Nvidia Isaac GR00T N1.5, an open and customizable foundation model for humanoid reasoning and skills. [Read more…] about Nvidia releases new AI tools and platforms to ‘accelerate humanoid development’

Recovering Surveillance Footage: Stellar Photo Recovery in Automated Security Systems

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In today’s rapidly changing security situations, automated security systems have become essential for safeguarding homes, businesses, and public spaces.

These systems rely heavily on surveillance cameras that keep an eye on things around the clock, capturing important video footage that can be vital for preventing crime, helping investigations, or handling insurance claims.

However, despite all the technological advancements, there’s still a significant vulnerability: the risk of losing or corrupting that crucial surveillance footage. [Read more…] about Recovering Surveillance Footage: Stellar Photo Recovery in Automated Security Systems

Scraping Across Borders: How to Build a Geo-Targeted Proxy Stack

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Modern web scraping isn’t just about collecting data – it’s about collecting the right data from the right place. Whether you’re tracking eCommerce trends, verifying localized ads, or monitoring competitor pricing, location-specific accuracy can make or break your results.

And when websites personalize content based on IP geography, your scraping stack needs more than just speed and rotation. It needs precision.

In this guide, we’ll walk through how to build a geo-targeted proxy stack capable of accessing region-specific data at scale. We’ll explain why localization matters, how to identify the best tools (including the best Russian proxy options), and what to look for in credible proxy reviews before choosing a provider. [Read more…] about Scraping Across Borders: How to Build a Geo-Targeted Proxy Stack

Hitachi and Daikin test AI chatbot for diagnosing factory equipment failures

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Hitachi and Daikin have launched a trial of a new AI-powered chatbot designed to help diagnose equipment failures on factory floors.

The digital agent, developed through a co-creation partnership, acts as a conversational interface between factory operators and complex machinery data.

The system draws on Hitachi’s Lumada data analytics platform and Daikin’s manufacturing expertise to assist workers in identifying failure causes and suggesting remedies. [Read more…] about Hitachi and Daikin test AI chatbot for diagnosing factory equipment failures

B&R unveils ‘AI-enhanced fitness tracking for machines’

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B&R Industrial Automation has unveiled what it describes as “AI-enhanced fitness tracking for machines” – or a new artificial intelligence-based system that monitors the health of industrial machines, aiming to help manufacturers prevent costly breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan.

The system functions much like a fitness tracker, continuously collecting performance data from machines and analyzing it in real time. By identifying subtle changes in vibration, temperature, and other indicators, the software can detect early signs of wear or failure – before they disrupt production.

Designed to integrate with B&R’s existing automation platforms, the system uses machine learning to adapt to each machine’s unique operating patterns. This allows it to improve diagnostic accuracy over time, tailoring maintenance recommendations to the actual usage and condition of the equipment. [Read more…] about B&R unveils ‘AI-enhanced fitness tracking for machines’

Tips from Honeywell: Balancing data center computing demands with energy efficiency

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Most people don’t think about the amount of energy they use every day or how the computing required for their daily social media check-ins, generative AI searches and online shopping sprees impacts that number. The computation of processors in a data center makes all those things – and more – happen.

Data centers also handle the processing needs of cloud computing, the Internet of Things, remote connectivity and the automation of businesses, organizations and governments of all sizes.

The proliferation of smart, connected devices – and new technologies – is driving the development of new data centers and updates to existing facilities globally. It’s also increasing global data center capacity, which is expected to grow from 59 GW in 2025 to 122 GW by the end of 2030. [Read more…] about Tips from Honeywell: Balancing data center computing demands with energy efficiency

Industrial digitalization: Noux Node and Kuka Digital enter strategic partnership

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Kuka Digital, the newly established business segment of specialist automation company Kuka, has entered a strategic partnership with software provider Noux Node, headquartered in Finland.

Noux Node offers cutting-edge technology that enables industrial companies to leverage the best IT and DevOps practices, including version control, continuous integration, and continuous deployment of software.

Additionally, it facilitates optimized utilization of local and global IT infrastructure for Artificial Intelligence- and Machine Learning-driven applications. [Read more…] about Industrial digitalization: Noux Node and Kuka Digital enter strategic partnership

Dyna Robotics unveils ‘breakthrough in robust, real-world embodied AI’

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Dyna Robotics has unveiled what it describes as a “breakthrough” in robotic autonomy with the release of Dynamism v1 (Dyna-1), the company’s first robot foundation model capable of sustained, high-performance operation on complex dexterous tasks using a pair of stationary robotic arms.

Dyna-1 distinguishes itself through exceptional robustness and reliability, even over extended periods of continuous use.

In a demonstration of its capabilities, Dyna-1 was assigned a production-grade task: folding napkins to restaurant standards. [Read more…] about Dyna Robotics unveils ‘breakthrough in robust, real-world embodied AI’