World’s biggest wheeled crane breaks barriers
The XCA4000 is capable of hoisting 230 tonnes of equipment to a height of 170 metres.
Business and government must seize innovation edge
Even as the global economy continues to change, innovation has made the the APAC region richer, healthier, and better educated.
Japan to start testing underwater drones, including for surveillance, from June
They are expected to be used in hazardous waters and deep-sea areas where water pressure is high, with the production cost per unit ranging from tens of millions of yen to over…
Japan Fair Trade Commission to take action against Google for alleged violation of Antimonopoly Law
Google LLC is suspected of demanding Yahoo Japan, now LY Corp., to limit part of its digital advertising business.
China’s first humanoid robot conference attracts industry players
The market size of China's humanoid robot industry is predicted to reach 2.76 billion yuan (US$382 million) in 2024, and 75 billion yuan by 2029.
Artificial intelligence transforms coal mining in North China
With coal mining considered a high-risk industry, the construction of intelligent mining facilities using AI now allows for exploration and drainage to be completed via video…
Hyundai Motor’s bet on robot dog befalls murky outlook
Despite the investment from Hyundai, Boston Dynamics continues to rack up losses as its robotics business remains in limbo.
IP system evolves as role of AI expands
Recently, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of lawsuits involving copyright violation by AI in the areas of music, art, photography and writing.
50 companies, including Toyota and Honda, to share EV battery manufacturing data
The data to be shared in the project will for now be limited to what is used for human rights considerations, as well as the amount of greenhouse gas emitted during the…
‘No phone calls’: Logistics firm in S’pore taps AI-powered forklift to improve workplace safety
Before operators can start the forklift, they must key in a customised PIN code and check off various safety requirements; if the operator releases the seat belt, the forklift…