Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) stories

ARM Hub launches Propel-AIR 2.0 with MassRobotics visit, linking Australian startups to Boston mentors, investors and global robotics networks.

Brisbane's ARM Hub will reboot Propel-AIR in 2026, offering Aussie robotics ventures a US springboard via Boston's MassRobotics.

Australia aims to attract up to AUD $73.3 billion in private investment for AI and data centres by 2028 under its expanded National AI Capability Plan.

Bloomfilter launches the Celonis Agent Miner app to help businesses integrate and optimise AI agents working alongside human staff in daily workflows.

Jonathan Zanger appointed CTO at Check Point to lead AI-driven cyber security initiatives and advance automation across its Infinity Platform globally.

Element Robotics' LunarSim, a digital twin platform for lunar missions, advances in Propel-AIR, aiming to cut costs and boost testing on Earth and the Moon.

Six Australian AI and robotics startups are finalists for Propel-AIR, vying for advanced support and a residency at MassRobotics in Boston.

Kip Compton has been named CEO of Fastly, replacing Todd Nightingale, with the company reaffirming its 2025 financial guidance amid the leadership change.

Researchers from MIT and NVIDIA have unveiled a framework enabling users to correct robot actions in real-time, enhancing intuitive interaction and performance.

A new report reveals that while 87% of executives acknowledge the need for responsible AI, 85% admit they lack proper preparation to implement it.

MIT and Mecalux are launching a five-year project to enhance logistics using self-learning AI, aiming to transform industry decision-making and efficiency.

Australian innovators in AI and robotics will receive vital support with the launch of Propel-AIR, starting January 2025 to expedite development.

Behamics has appointed former eBay executive Brooke Eichhorn as its new head of commercial partnerships for Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

MIT's new report shows early adopters of generative AI in data and analytics expect to see an ROI of 100%+ within three years, gaining a competitive edge.

Fabric Cryptography raises USD $33 million in Series A funding co-led by Blockchain Capital and 1kx to develop Verifiable Processing Unit chips for cryptography.

The advent of AI factories is revolutionising business operations by merging GenAI capabilities with modernised data centres, enhancing productivity and sustainability.

MIT's Center for Transportation and Logistics launches the Intelligent Logistics Systems Lab to advance data-driven technologies in collaboration with Mecalux.

Cloudera has acquired the Verta Operational AI Platform to boost its AI capabilities, aligning with the surge of AI integration in ANZ businesses like Telstra and BHP.

Cloudera acquires Verta Operational AI Platform to enhance its AI capabilities and meet the rising global demand for advanced AI solutions.

Monash University and SmartSat have appointed ex-NASA leader Lt Gen Larry James to boost their space research, leveraging his extensive expertise.