Artificial intelligence

Thyssenkrupp separates from Automation Engineering: Agile Robots takes over and forms Krause Automation. Focus on AI, robotics and next-generation industrial automation.

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Siemens is investing over 200 million euros in an AI-controlled, digitalized and automated factory of the future in Amberg. The aim: more flexibility, sustainability and jobs in Germany.

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With embedded AI, artificial intelligence is moving from the cloud directly to where it is needed - to the devices at the edge of the network. This development is being driven by the following factors: Embedded hardware with low power consumption ensures cost and energy savings.

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At Hannover Messe 2026, Beckhoff will be demonstrating how artificial intelligence and conventional control technology can be combined to create a new system approach. In hall 27 at stand G56, it's about more than just new functions - it's about the question of how automation changes when Large Language Models (LLMs) have a direct influence on real motion sequences via standardized interfaces.

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The World Economic Forum has recognized the Siemens plant in Nanjing as a Lighthouse Factory. The factory was recognized for its AI-supported, fully digitalized production and significant improvements in productivity, quality and sustainability.

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The 'X-Force Threat Intelligence Index 2026' from IBM shows a significant increase in AI-supported cyber attacks. In 2025, 40% of the incidents observed worldwide began with the exploitation of vulnerabilities. Europe was the third most common target region with a 25% share.

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AI leaves the demonstration level and becomes production reality: From April 20 to 24, Hannover Messe 2026 will showcase concrete applications in robotics, automation and networked manufacturing - supplemented by new exhibitors, new formats and the political focus on partner country Brazil.

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The International Federation of Robotics forecasts a future market value of several trillion dollars for AI-supported robotics. Logistics, manufacturing and the service sector are leading the way, and investment in embodied AI - robots that learn independently in virtual environments - is increasing worldwide.

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Helukabel is stepping up its activities in the field of artificial intelligence and is now a member of the IPAI. The innovation and collaboration platform for companies, research facilities, institutions and administration has set itself the goal of advancing applied AI through joint projects and intensive exchange.

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Imitation learning makes possible what classic robotics has not been able to achieve so far: fast learning of new processes even without robotics expertise and improved robustness in the face of process variants.

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