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Manufacturing gets an AI boost with OFS’ Mayvn AI rollout

OFS has launched Mayvn AI, a generative artificial intelligence platform designed to enhance manufacturing productivity and improve communication between executives and operational teams. 

The future of manufacturing: Australia’s path to digital competitiveness

Midsize companies in the global industrial manufacturing sector are facing a transformative era driven by automation and artificial intelligence (AI). As industry leaders recognise, these technologies are reshaping the very foundations of manufacturing processes and workforce dynamics.

Avnet drives AI, sustainable manufacturing innovation with new ‘AMD on Wheels’ nat’l roadshow

Avnet, a global technology distributor, has announced the launch of its inaugural “AMD on Wheels” national roadshow in partnership with AMD and element14, bringing artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainable technology solutions directly to Australia’s manufacturing and innovation sectors.

Finalists named for Australia’s first AI and Robotics Sprint

Finalists have been announced for Australia’s first dedicated AI and robotics sprint, Propel-AIR, a national initiative aimed at fast-tracking emerging innovators in the field. 

Research finds growing use of digital workers to ease manufacturing workforce pressures

Manufacturing organisations are increasingly looking to agentic AI and digital workers to address workforce capacity pressures, as skilled workers remain stretched by persistent skills shortages and increasingly complex operations, according to new research commissioned by IFS.

CSIRO program targets SMEs exploring AI and digital manufacturing

Applications have opened for a CSIRO program supporting Queensland small and medium-sized businesses exploring research and development opportunities in digital technologies and artificial intelligence, including digital manufacturing.

ECU researchers advance emotionally aware AI through facial expression recognition

Researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) are developing new methods to help machines better understand human emotions, by improving how artificial intelligence interprets facial expressions.

AI investments surge in Saudi Arabia and UAE, despite supply chain challenges

A new analysis by S&P Global Market Intelligence reveals that Saudi Arabia and the UAE are accelerating their investments in AI and semiconductor capabilities to boost their technology sectors. 

Global fabric manufacturer Camira launches AI image search tool in the UK

International textile designer and manufacturer Camira has unveiled the textile industry’s first AI-powered reverse image search tool in the UK, aimed at simplifying the specification process for architects and design professionals.

Australian industry accelerates AI adoption amid regulatory concerns – Ai Group report

Australian industries are ramping up their adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies to boost productivity and address workforce challenges, an Ai Group report has revealed. 
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