Australia invests in responsible AI with launch of Adelaide-based research hub
The Australian Government has taken a significant step toward ensuring the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) with the launch of the Adelaide-based Responsible AI Research Centre (RAIR).
World Bank Group report points to AI opportunities and risks for manufacturing
Australian manufacturers could face both productivity opportunities and workforce challenges as artificial intelligence continues to advance, according to the World Bank Group’s World Development Report 2026: The Promise of Artificial Intelligence.
Manufacturing Queensland to host free AI workshop for manufacturers
Manufacturing Queensland is set to host a free online workshop aimed at helping manufacturers understand how artificial intelligence can be applied to improve productivity, efficiency and long-term growth.
TCL unveils AI-powered manufacturing facility in China
Global tech manufacturer TCL has opened a new air conditioner smart factory in Guangzhou, China, as the company celebrates its 100 millionth unit milestone.
Cognizant launches Physical AI platform for manufacturing and industry-scale operations in new enterprise push
Cognizant has launched an industry-leading sovereign Physical AI Platform-as-a-Service aimed at advancing manufacturing and other industrial operations by integrating autonomous systems into core enterprise infrastructure, the company said.
Local startup to develop AI-enabled debris remover with state gov’t grant
Local startup Paladin Space is poised to advance its efforts in mitigating the dangers of space debris to spacecraft, following the receipt of a $100,000 grant from the South Australian Government.
Tech exec forecasts how AI will transform global manufacturing in 2026
The global manufacturing sector is uniquely positioned to capitalise on artificial intelligence technologies, according to Tim Long, global head of manufacturing at cloud-based data platform company Snowflake.
Manufacturing gets a productivity boost with Autodesk’s latest AI capabilities
Autodesk announced the launch of new AI-powered capabilities within its Fusion and Alias software, designed to streamline manufacturing workflows and boost efficiency.
Data and AI: A lifeline for your manufacturing business
The Australian manufacturing sector is in a state of emergency. Insolvencies have tripled in two years since 2022, and the industry is battling a perfect storm of labor shortages, supply chain disruption, and skyrocketing inflation.
ARM Hub unveils ‘Propel-AIR’ to fast-track local robotics talent
Australia's Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic has officially launched "Propel-AIR," the nation’s first AI and Robotics Sprint.


























