Agentic AI is being used in finance to speed up operational automation, with a data-centric foundation being key to driving real value. SEI has partnered with IBM to modernize its internal operations using AI and automation, focusing on process redesign and system updates.
Manulife is integrating AI agents into its core financial workflows, moving beyond data analysis and customer support tools. The company is using a runtime platform to support agentic AI, enabling autonomous actions in complex business environments.
ABB Robotics and Nvidia have partnered to scale industrial physical AI, reducing testing costs and quickening robot deployment through simulation technology. This collaboration is expected to have a significant impact on the manufacturing sector, driving industrial automation and improving efficienc
ADLINK Technology and Under Control Robotics have partnered to develop smart robots for dangerous environments, combining edge AI and autonomy software. The new generation of robots will be designed to operate in demanding industrial settings, focusing on human-like bi-pedal and bi-manual machines.
Six ConTech firms have raised $126 million in funding, targeting areas such as AI, reality capture, and safety monitoring. The investment is expected to drive innovation and growth in the construction technology sector.
Boris Cherny, creator of Claude Code, has revealed his workflow, sending shockwaves through the developer community. The revelation has sparked a viral discussion on the future of software development, with many calling it a watershed moment for the startup.
Oxa Autonomy Ltd. has closed a $103 million Series D funding round to commercialize its autonomous vehicle technology for industrial mobility automation. The company's systems aim to automate repetitive driving tasks in ports, airports, manufacturing facilities, and other industrial settings.
LLM chatbots are advancing rapidly, but their user experience may not be increasing in proportion to benchmark scores. The current measurement methods may be insufficient for human-AI collaboration, requiring a reassessment of performance metrics.
BMW Group has deployed humanoid robots in manufacturing at its Leipzig plant, marking the first automotive deployment of AEON worldwide. This development is being closely watched by Europe's factories, as it may set a precedent for future adoption of similar technologies.
