The two companies will build a research environment that makes small-molecule synthesis faster, cheaper, and less repetitive.

2025 marked a watershed year for industrial robotics, as investors and manufacturers alike doubled down on automation’s next ...

SoftBank announced in early October 2025 that it has agreed to acquire Swiss industrial giant ABB's robotics business for US$5.375 billion, with the deal expected to close in the second half of 2026.

ABB has announced that it is selling this business to SoftBank – a Japanese financial holding company with a heavy emphasis in technology. SoftBank owns significant stakes in major companies like ...

Mbodi users prompt the software with natural language, and its cluster of AI agents works to make training easier.

According to the company, AI not only optimizes industrial processes, leading to improved efficiency and productivity, but ...

The return of RoboBusiness, which took place in Silicon Valley, was among the industry highlights of October 2025.

The research heavyweight has joined Peking University’s recently elevated school dedicated to robots and advanced ...

The micro-factory market offers opportunities in leveraging AI and automation for efficient local and sustainable production.

Despite a growth in revenues from electrification, robotics and discrete automation, ABB India Ltd has reported a seven per ...

Following SoftBank's acquisition of ABB's robotics business, the global industrial robot landscape has shifted from a ...

Industrial robotics is shifting to autonomy with AI, digital twins, and advanced actuation, transforming sectors like automotive, healthcare, and logistics. Humanoids and mobile robots gain traction, ...