DDR5 memory prices have skyrocketed to all-time highs, with some kits now costing twice what they did just months ago. The price surge affects both consumer and enterprise markets, with no relief in sight for PC builders and gamers.
The US remains dangerously dependent on China for rare earth minerals, and the blame lies closer to home than many realize. Environmental activism and political opposition have systematically blocked domestic mining efforts for years, creating a national security vulnerability that’s proving difficu
IBM is cutting a “low single-digit percentage” of its global workforce in the fourth quarter. With 270,000 employees, even a 1% reduction would mean about 2,700 job losses. The company says U.S. employment will remain flat despite the cuts.
Three major industrial standards groups have united to create a common language for spatial positioning in factories. The new OPC UA specification aims to eliminate positioning chaos between stationary equipment and mobile robots. This could finally unlock true Physical AI in manufacturing environme
The UK conglomerate is reviewing ownership of both Primark and its food operations. The move comes after strong share performance that’s doubled the FTSE 100’s gains.
While 20% of the plastic packaging market shows circular economy progress, the remaining 80% face systemic barriers that individual action cannot overcome. Here’s why collective action remains elusive despite growing pressure.
German automotive supplier Mahle is relocating its Research & Testing Center from Michigan to New York in a $6.8 million expansion. The move highlights strategic shifts in the auto industry’s manufacturing footprint and thermal management priorities.
Power management giant Eaton makes a massive $9.5 billion strategic acquisition of Boyd Thermal. This move positions Eaton to compete directly in the rapidly evolving data center cooling market driven by AI demands.
MSI has entered the single-board computer market with an industrial-grade x86 alternative to Raspberry Pi. The compact board features Intel processors and extreme temperature tolerance for demanding applications.
Canada’s manufacturing sector is showing tentative signs of stabilization after months of contraction. The latest PMI data reveals the slowest decline since January, though trade uncertainties continue to cloud the outlook.
