Nokia has been selected to lead PROACTIF, a project funded by the European Union’s Chips Joint Undertaking. The project aims to strengthen Europe’s technology resilience and leadership in ECS technologies and support the autonomy of the European Drone and Robotics industry.

The consortium anticipates generating around €90 million in revenue, 50 products, and more than 15 new industry patents by 2035, enabling increased market share and leadership. The project's additional impact includes dozens of new collaborations, hundreds of new jobs, and over €40 million of additional investments.

According to data from Startup Estonia and the Estonian Tax and Customs Board, the turnover of Estonian start-up sector companies in the first quarter of this year was 1.2 billion euros, growing by approximately 40% compared to a year ago. At the same time, the turnover of Estonian start-ups up to 5 years old grew by over 60%, and they have also attracted 70% of all investments in the start-up sector.

City dwellers who drive cars produce two to three times more greenhouse gas than those who use buses and trains. And yet, public transport in Europe has not yet reached its final destination. Transport companies are constantly fighting to attract more users and to become more eco-friendly with sustainable propulsion systems and digital infrastructure. Public transport has long been Europe’s “innovation hub” for urban mobility, with a myriad of ideas and projects.

Is renting clothes instead of buying them truly better for the planet? As the textile industry faces growing scrutiny for its environmental impact, clothing rental services promise consumers the opportunity to refresh their wardrobe frequently while lowering their carbon footprint. But is this solution as eco-friendly as it appears?

This is the question tried to find an answer in the recent study by Pauline Munten, Valérie Swaen and Joëlle Vanhamme. 

Following article is published in The Conversation by authors.

Once again, Switzerland’s research sector has demonstrated its leadership in cutting-edge technology. Scientists at EPFL in Lausanne have unveiled a groundbreaking robot that moves like a bird. Dubbed "RAVEN" (Robotic Avian-inspired Vehicle for multiple Environments), the robot can run, jump, and take to the skies with remarkable agility, drawing inspiration from the natural world.

The skies are on the cusp of a monumental shift, one powered not by traditional jet fuel but by electricity. It may sound like science fiction, but IDTechEx’s latest report, "Sustainable Future Aviation 2025-2045: Trends, Technologies, Forecasts", predicts that by 2045, nearly one in four planes sold will rely entirely on battery-electric propulsion. This bold vision is grounded in both innovation and necessity as the aviation industry grapples with pressing challenges related to energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and operating costs.

Peer-reviewed research published today in Scientific Reports describes a new technology that could revolutionize a cen

Barn Robot Event – Moderated live demonstrations – Saxony’s 16th Agricultural Workers' Day on 14 November 2024 – Topic: AI and digitalization in the agricultural sector – Impact on work on the farm – EuroTier 2024: 12 to 15 November in Hanover – Over 2,100 registered exhibitors on 220,000 square metres of exhibition space – www.eurotier.com.

The European Commission has been spearheading numerous projects to advance the adoption of cutting-edge technologies across industries, particularly focusing on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and key enabling technologies (KETs). These advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and Internet of Things (IoT), are pivotal to driving innovation and fostering growth in Europe’s industrial sector. As industries evolve, their reliance on digital transformation continues to expand, offering unprecedented opportunities for growth and modernization.

On 3-4 October, during the Baltic business technology fair and conference “RIGA COMM 2024”, Ķīpsala International Expo Centre at Riga will turn into a venue where business owners, IT and business development professionals will be able to learn about newest trends in the world of technology, meet industry experts and discuss potential partnerships.

This year’s “RIGA COMM” will attract more than 100 ICT developers and suppliers from Baltic and other countries. The overall number of countries represented will exceed 10. Two-day event will also include presentations by more than 150 speakers from 12 countries. There will be 12 different conferences that will take place on one of the six stages.