MACHINE VISION TECHNOLOGY
The next problem to solve: When money arrives, what can merchants do in the meantime?
At GFF 2026, PRISM founder Ritesh Agarwal and Adyen’s Chief Commercial Officer Roelant Prins discussed why, for merchants such as small hotel owners, how quickly money arrives now matters as much as whether a payment is accepted, and why AI is changing back offices faster than it is changing how people buy.
When AI starts operating machines, the network becomes industrial infrastructure
As manufacturing and automation expand together, networks built to serve billions of people will increasingly serve tens of billions of machines and AI agents as well. Treating those connections as industrial infrastructure, and planning them for that scale, will determine how well physical AI works once deployments move from individual use cases to whole industrial environments.
Indian organisations on edge as sites fail to Captcha AI intruders
Personal AI agents such as Instinct, Muse, Grokbot and OpenClaw have taken over the consumer internet in the US. But last month, major US banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Morgan Stanley, reportedly flagged AI agents such as Meta’s Muse accessing customer accounts using login credentials voluntarily shared by users laying bare the risks of handing AI agents the keys to consumers’ digital lives.
Want only serious players, no place for frivolous applicants in Semicon 2.0: Vaishnaw to industry
On Friday, the government launched the web application portal for Semicon 2.0, which will initially receive applications related to three of the programme's six pillars: machines and materials, fabs, and packaging. Guidelines have so far been issued only for these three pillars, and the portal is now inviting applications for them. Other three areas pertain to design, R&D and talent.
The man behind Lord’s Mark: Dr. Sachidanand Upadhyay features in TIME Magazine for the third consecutive year
Dr. Sachidanand Upadhyay has gained recognition from TIME Magazine for his remarkable contributions to technology and innovation. Lord’s Mark Industries Limited is spearheading key projects in healthcare, defence, and sustainability. With critical product registrations achieved, the company is poised for international growth. Upadhyay envisions transforming India into a prominent technology and manufacturing hub, emphasizing the importance of homegrown innovation in the global marketplace.
What if humans fought against AI job loss anxiety? Indian director's idea gets Priyanka Chopra's backing, enters Oscar race
Priyanka Chopra Jonas has joined Indian short film We Were Here, directed by Pranav Bhasin, as an executive producer. The 11-minute comedy revolves around three retired men protesting against AI taking human jobs by disguising themselves as household appliances. The film has won over 20 awards across more than 80 festivals and qualified for the 99th Academy Awards following its success at Palm Springs International ShortFest.
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This startup is selling a Rs 94,835 mosquito trap that uses a powerful blue laser and sensors similar to those in self-driving cars to track and kill mosquitoes while detecting people, pets and nearby surfaces to prevent accidental firing
Photon Matrix has introduced a laser device that identifies and eliminates mosquitoes effectively. The products are priced at around $1,000 each, with a delivery estimate of 120 days. Both the indoor and outdoor models utilize advanced A.I. for mosquito detection and targeting. The system is designed to be safe for humans and pets, although independent safety testing is pending. This technology aims to revolutionize traditional mosquito control methods.
India’s small companies need to see AI as more than an artificial promise
India MSME news: India's micro, small and medium enterprises are exploring the adoption of artificial intelligence to enhance productivity. AI is expected to generate significant economic value for these enterprises in manufacturing and services sectors. Various challenges remain regarding the integration of AI into existing workflows and overcoming cost barriers. Collaborative efforts among industry bodies, technology providers, and the government are essential for facilitating this transition.
IIT Kharagpur and Absolute launch Smart Scout AI project for soybean farming
Absolute and IIT Kharagpur are developing an early warning system for soybean farmers to minimize crop losses. The Smart Scout project aims to detect lodging risks, assess damage, and estimate yields using artificial intelligence. This initiative is part of the Quad-backed AI-ENGAGE program focusing on agricultural innovations. Pilot trials will be conducted across major soybean-growing states in India over the next three years.
Cognite reports $1 billion in verified AI value, confirming impact of industrial AI solutions
Driving approximately 36% of value verified to date, customers are leveraging AI and automated workflows to prevent costly asset shutdowns across complex industrial operations, help them get back running when the unexpected happens, and lower the costs of running their operations.
The next problem to solve: When money arrives, what can merchants do in the meantime?
At GFF 2026, PRISM founder Ritesh Agarwal and Adyen’s Chief Commercial Officer Roelant Prins discussed why, for merchants such as small hotel owners, how quickly money arrives now matters as much as whether a payment is accepted, and why AI is changing back offices faster than it is changing how people buy.
India Inc wants AI talent to transform manufacturing space
Manufacturing firms are increasingly focusing on integrating artificial intelligence into their operations for efficiency. Companies such as Honeywell Technologies and RPG Group are actively searching for AI and digital leaders. These leaders are expected to bridge the gap between technological advancement and manufacturing processes. Companies are also searching for talent in overseas markets, particularly among Indian-origin executives.
Exclusive | Cognizant in talks to invest in Indian AI startup Sarvam valuing it at $3.5-4 billion: sources
Cognizant’s potential investment in Sarvam comes as advances in agentic AI raise questions about the future of the IT services industry. AI agents are increasingly capable of automating tasks across software development, application maintenance and back-office operations, potentially disrupting traditional outsourcing models.
Gadkari urges industry to manufacture tunnel boring machines in India
Nitin Gadkari urged the industry to focus on developing tunnel machinery indigenously due to recent export controls from China. The Indian government plans to invest over Rs 7 lakh crore in infrastructure projects, including highways and tunnels. Gadkari highlighted the importance of quality in highway construction and stated that poor-performing contractors would face consequences. Additionally, he mentioned ongoing efforts to improve logistics costs and connectivity through various projects.
Jio BlackRock International AMC (IFSC) launches JioBlackRock Advantage World Equity Fund (IFSC), its first GIFT City fund
JioBlackRock has launched the Advantage World Equity Fund through GIFT City, offering eligible Indian investors access to global developed-market equities. The feeder fund invests primarily in BlackRock’s actively managed strategy spanning the US, Europe and Japan.
China banned TBM exports, but India is building its own tunnel boring machines; Ashwini Vaishnaw shares progress & status of 125-km Rishikesh-Karnaprayag railway line with 16 tunnels
Tunnel Boring Machine India: India is expanding its domestic tunnel boring machine (TBM) manufacturing capabilities as work progresses on the 125-km Rishikesh-Karnaprayag railway line through the Himalayas. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said India now manufactures 8-metre and 15-metre TBMs and plans to produce machines exceeding 16 metres, amid fresh Chinese restrictions on the technology. The railway project involves 16 tunnels and 19 bridges, with around 83% of its route passing through tunnels.
Veolia opens India disaster hub as climate risks mount, commits over €1 million globally to emergency response
Veolia has opened a New Delhi hub to deploy mobile water-treatment units and trained personnel for disaster response across South and Southeast Asia.
Meet Jim Yu, who co-founded BrightEdge with just $5,000 in 2007; by 2025, the SEO software company was generating an estimated $100 million a year
Jim Yu made his own path and achieved success. Despite not having a huge amount of money initially, Yu started his business. He co-founded BrightEdge in 2007 with just a small budget of $5,000. His plan was simple. He wanted business to understand how their websites performed on search engines.
Physical AI in Manufacturing: How computer vision, robotics and edge automation are moving into the real world
Physical AI is taking artificial intelligence beyond software and into factories, hospitals and other real-world environments. Computer vision, spatial systems, robotics and edge computing are enabling machines to interpret and respond to their surroundings. For enterprises, scaling these capabilities depends on reliable infrastructure, safety, integration and clear operational value.
Lord’s Mark Industries strengthens lightening & Energy portfolio with acquisition of Radio Electric Pvt. Ltd.
To fortify its electrical manufacturing division, Lord's Mark Industries Limited has successfully acquired Radio Electric Private Limited. This acquisition brings a wealth of expertise and strong customer ties into the fold. The company is set to enhance its operational scale and venture into new markets. Existing operations will be upheld under familiar management, as Lord's Mark Industries Limited crafts a comprehensive growth strategy to broaden its reach.
Want an early signal on the economy and stocks this festive season? Watch 19 stocks, and what their managements say in the next 20 days
There is a set of companies that sees the shape of the economy before economists do. They know when a household decides to spend or hold back; to buy better things or cheaper ones. This festive season, what these companies sell, and what they say about it afterwards, will tell you more about where consumption is headed than any official number. Watch them closely. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
Will analysts' predictions go wrong? 15 auto stocks with upside potential of up to 50% to as low as negative 1%
For anyone trying to figure out where the economy is headed in the next six months, the numbers to watch will come from auto showrooms. The auto sector has, for long, provided the earliest indications of the health of the economy. And the sales numbers it puts out ahead of the festive weeks are where the correlation is best seen. So, keep a close watch on the auto pack.
SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son has rare cautionary note on AI safety
In a recent statement, Masayoshi Son underscored the critical importance of international unity in managing the safety risks associated with advanced AI technologies. As AI grows increasingly capable, apprehensions about the dangers in unrestricted environments intensify. The White House is at the forefront of a collaborative initiative involving 17 countries aimed at enhancing AI for scientific exploration.
Shephertz unveils three AI models for defence, space, constrained devices
ShepHertz has unveiled three AI model families named Tatva, Sanjaya, and Drashta, designed for various applications. These models can operate fully offline on devices ranging from satellites to smart rings. They are part of the AgentAnywhere sovereign AI platform and run on constrained hardware. The company is also launching its trust toolchain under the Apache 2.0 license for better verifiability.
Figure sends retired F.02 humanoid robots into a 75-ton molten steel furnace in Finland after transitioning to its newer F.03 fleet
Robotics company Figure has used an unusual approach to retire much of its F.02 humanoid robot fleet, sending the machines into a 75-ton electric arc furnace at a foundry in Imatra, Finland.
Lord’s Mark secures MHRA registration for dialysis device, plans UK expansion
Lord's Mark Industries Limited has successfully secured regulatory registration from the MHRA for its innovative haemodialysis machine, paving the way for its expansion in the UK's healthcare technology sector. With plans to commence exports in January 2027 and potentially establish its own dialysis centres, this milestone signifies a crucial step towards creating a comprehensive renal-care ecosystem, manufactured by Renalyx Health Systems Pvt. Ltd. for both institutional and home usage.
New steel policy draft ready, to set 2047 road map: Secretary
The government is revisiting the current national steel policy 2017 to address major changes in the sector in the past decade including AI, machine learning, technology upgradation, decarbonisation and greater policy focus on sustainability.
Meet Fei-Fei Li, the 49-year-old Chinese-American AI scientist who built a 15-million-image dataset and transformed computer vision
Fei-Fei Li is a Chinese-American AI scientist whose work helped advance computer vision and image-recognition technology. Popular in technology circles as the “Godmother of AI,” she helped establish a 15-million-image dataset and have a foundational role in the deep-learning revolution. Li later founded World Labs, a San Francisco-based company developing Large World Models created to understand three-dimensional environments.
SiMa AI raises $150 million in funding to advance physical AI technology and robotics
The round was co-led by Fidelity Management & Research Company and Amplify, with participation from Alter Venture Partners, Dell Technologies Capital and StepStone Group, founder and chief executive Krishna Rangasayee told ET. AllianceBernstein, Baron Capital and JPMorgan joined the round as new investors.
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