Altilium secures $1.3M to advance circular EV battery supply chain
August 01, 2025
The funding will fast-track the development of a functioning prototype designed specifically for safe, sustainable and cost-efficient collection and transportation of large volumes of end-of-life EV batteries, supporting the development of a circular economy for EV batteries in the UK.
LS Electric partners with Naver on AI-based power, data center solutions
August 01, 2025
The two South Korean companies plan to introduce AI agents by integrating Naver’s AI models into LS Electric’s power equipment diagnostic solution, enhancing customer convenience by enabling unskilled personnel to easily manage power equipment.
Teramount raises $50M to advance optical connectivity solutions for AI
July 31, 2025
Israeli company Teramount’s TeraVerse solution is a detachable, serviceable connector that links optical fibers coming from outside the rack to the silicon photonics chips inside Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) systems.
Musashi’s new India hub to focus on energy storage, e-mobility
July 31, 2025
Musashi will conduct research and development and prototyping activities in the Bengaluru centre, with a focus on developing next-generation energy storage systems and accelerating localisation in e-mobility technologies.
US firm Nextracker launches new AI and robotics business
July 31, 2025
The launch of Nextracker’s new AI and robotics business initiative is anchored by the appointment of its first chief AI and robotics officer and a series of strategic technology acquisitions.
EIF invests €30 million to boost quantum tech, deep physics
July 31, 2025
The European Investment Fund (EIF) has announced an investment in Quantonation II, a French early-stage venture capital fund dedicated to deep physics and quantum technologies.
Semiconductors get magnetic boost with new method from UCLA researchers
July 30, 2025
The investigators demonstrated the ability to produce semiconductor materials containing up to 50% magnetic atoms, whereas current methods are often limited to a concentration of magnetic atoms no greater than 5%.
Sharp teams up with Mitsubishi, NICT, TECHLAB to advance LEO satcom
July 30, 2025
By enabling deployment on mobility platforms such as drones and vehicles, applications of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communication (satcom) will be significantly expanded, ensuring communication lines in mountainous areas and disaster zones.
European defence tech startup Helsing raises €600 million
July 29, 2025
Helsing sells software that uses AI tech to analyze large amounts of sensor and weapons system data. It also makes its own line of military drones. The investment was led by Prima Materia, the venture capital firm co-founded by Spotify CEO Daniel Ek.
Hadrian raises $260 million to build AI-powered factories in US
July 29, 2025
The new factory in Arizona is expected to create 350 local jobs. With its “Factories-as-a-Service” model, Hadrian can rapidly scale production across key Department of Defense (DOD) areas such as munitions, shipbuilding and other high-priority programs.
Diraq secures $330K to explore quantum applications in energy networks
July 28, 2025
The funding was awarded through the Australian government’s Department of Industry, Science and Resources’ Critical Technologies Challenge Program. The project’s aim is to ascertain the feasibility of using quantum computers to improve the optimization of increasingly complex energy networks.
xLight raises $40 million to build powerful chip-making laser
July 28, 2025
This funding further enables Silicon Valley startup xLight to develop the world’s most powerful EUV free electron lasers (FEL), which has the potential to revolutionize advanced semiconductor manufacturing and unlock other critical economic and national security applications.
Godrej’s aerospace unit signs manufacturing deal with Pratt & Whitney
July 28, 2025
The agreement will significantly expand Indian group Godrej’s offerings in aircraft engine applications, both in terms of technology and production volumes.
Energy Dome signs CO2 battery technology agreement with Google
July 28, 2025
The selection of Italian company Energy Dome’s proven and market-ready CO2 battery technology reflects its ability to be deployed at the scale, speed and affordability required on a global basis.
Bedrock Robotics emerges from stealth with $80 million in funding
July 25, 2025
By integrating with existing construction machines and workflows, the Bedrock Operator powers machines with expert capabilities, empowering builders with the ability to work around the clock, accelerate project schedules, increase profitability and safety, and track progress on jobs.
STMicro to buy part of NXP’s sensor business for up to $950 million
July 25, 2025
The MEMS sensors portfolio to be acquired by ST primarily targets automotive safety sensors, both passive (airbags) and active (vehicle dynamics), as well as monitoring sensors (TPMS1, engine management, convenience, and security).
MASSIMO launches next-gen MileMax Li-ion batteries for e-rickshaws
July 25, 2025
These lithium batteries are engineered for superior performance and tailored to meet the evolving needs of the Indian electric mobility sector.
BQP raises $5M after deal for quantum-accelerated digital twin platform
July 25, 2025
The raise follows a strategic collaboration with the Air Force Research Laboratory Aerospace Systems Directorate (AFRL/RQ) under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to accelerate mission-critical modeling and simulation capabilities with quantum computing.
CaoCao teams up with Geespace to enhance robotaxi safety
July 24, 2025
Both Chinese companies plan to explore the application of global satellite communication and high-precision positioning technologies for managing and operating robotaxi fleets.
QuiX secures €15M to deliver universal photonic quantum computer
July 24, 2025
Dutch company QuiX Quantum’s universal photonic quantum computer leverages the principles of superposition, entanglement and interference to process information in fundamentally different ways from classical computers.
Zimmer Biomet acquires robotics firm Monogram for $177 million
July 24, 2025
Monogram’s semi- and fully autonomous robotic technologies are expected to add new and differentiated capabilities to expand Zimmer’s flagship ROSA Robotics platform and broad suite of navigation and enabling technologies.
Zollner Elektronik celebrates 60 years of being in business
July 23, 2025
Today the family-led company, headquartered in Zandt, Germany, is a leading EMS provider. With global presence, a broad spectrum of services and high-level technological expertise, Zollner sees itself as a reliable strategic partner along the entire value-added chain.
Hyundai’s IONIQ 9 Seed Ball Drone Station to support forest restoration
July 23, 2025
The newly developed IONIQ 9 Seed Ball Drone Station is a specially designed vehicle based on Hyundai Motor’s flagship electric SUV, IONIQ 9, in collaboration with Guru E&T, a startup specializing in reforestation solutions and technologies.
Octillion to supply Li-ion battery packs for Vision’s electric boats
July 23, 2025
Under the terms of the agreement, Octillion Power Systems will manufacture Vision-branded battery packs for their E-Motion 180E electric outboard system, exclusively for US market distribution.
Anritsu introduces advanced 5G device test solution to boost communications
July 23, 2025
The 1024QAM modulation for downlink offers approximately 25% improvement in data throughput compared to the current 256QAM standard for the same frequency bandwidth.
The world’s most powerful quantum computer is coming to Denmark
July 22, 2025
EIFO, the export and investment fund of Denmark, and the Novo Nordisk Foundation are investing €80 million in the establishment of the Nordic quantum initiative QuNorth. Microsoft and Atom Computing will bring to QuNorth the world’s most powerful quantum computer, Magne.
LG aims to expand HVAC business to $15 billion in sales by 2030
July 22, 2025
In 2025, LG Electronics expects to more than triple orders for its data center cooling solutions compared to the previous year, marking it as a key growth engine. LG is also actively pursuing strategic acquisitions to reinforce its HVAC expertise and broaden its portfolio.
Hangcha, Manitou form lithium battery JV in France
July 21, 2025
The venture is an important step in Hangcha’s new energy strategy to accelerate its global expansion while directly supporting Manitou’s “LIFT” strategic roadmap for expanding its electric product portfolio.
China puts export restrictions on 8 key EV battery technologies
July 18, 2025
Any overseas transfer of these technologies through trade, investment or technological cooperation will henceforth require a prior license from the Chinese government.
BDx, Anyon launch hybrid quantum AI testbed in Singapore
July 18, 2025
This initiative will enable startups, enterprises and government agencies to explore quantum-enhanced AI applications. Designed to support Singapore’s Green 2030 and Smart Nation objectives, the testbed integrates Anyon’s quantum computing system with SIN1’s cutting-edge infrastructure.
Nexceris sells Li-ion Tamer battery monitoring solution to Honeywell
July 18, 2025
Building on its existing partnership with Honeywell, the sale also highlights Nexceris’ strategy to commercialize technology in packaged products that are ultimately licensed or acquired by industrial partners.
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