Siemens Teams Up with GlobalFoundries, UPS Invests $120M in Robotics, and Hitachi Launches AI Agent - Industrial AI Weekly #35
December 27, 2025 -
Industrial AI Weekly
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Welcome to this week's edition of Industrial AI Weekly.
In this edition, we bring you a range of exciting developments in the field of AI and industrial automation. Siemens and GlobalFoundries have announced a strategic partnership to integrate AI into semiconductor manufacturing, aiming to enhance efficiency and reliability. Meanwhile, Bühler has joined forces with Squirro to advance AI capabilities in manufacturing, aligning with its 2030 Digital Excellence Goals.
Additionally, UPS is making a significant investment of $120 million in robot technology to improve delivery efficiency, while Automation.com and Hikvision have released a white paper on AI video intelligence in manufacturing. Other notable stories include Rapidus Corporation unveiling AI tools for semiconductor design, and Skkynet launching a C$2.6 million AI project with support from the Canadian government. Stay tuned for more insights into how AI is transforming the industrial landscape.
Welcome to this week's edition of Industrial AI Weekly.
In this edition, we bring you a range of exciting developments in the field of AI and industrial automation. Siemens and GlobalFoundries have announced a strategic partnership to integrate AI into semiconductor manufacturing, aiming to enhance efficiency and reliability. Meanwhile, Bühler has joined forces with Squirro to advance AI capabilities in manufacturing, aligning with its 2030 Digital Excellence Goals.
Additionally, UPS is making a significant investment of $120 million in robot technology to improve delivery efficiency, while Automation.com and Hikvision have released a white paper on AI video intelligence in manufacturing. Other notable stories include Rapidus Corporation unveiling AI tools for semiconductor design, and Skkynet launching a C$2.6 million AI project with support from the Canadian government. Stay tuned for more insights into how AI is transforming the industrial landscape.
Siemens and GlobalFoundries Collaborate on AI in Chip Manufacturing
Siemens and GlobalFoundries have announced a strategic partnership to incorporate AI into semiconductor manufacturing. The goal is to improve efficiency, security, and reliability in chip production through automation and predictive maintenance. Read more
Bühler and Squirro Partner for AI in Manufacturing
Bühler has partnered with Squirro to enhance AI capabilities in manufacturing. The collaboration aims to drive digital excellence and innovation, aligning with Bühler's 2030 goals. Read more
UPS Invests $120 Million in Robot Technology
UPS is investing $120 million in 400 truck-unloading robots from Pickle Robot Co. to improve delivery efficiency as part of a larger automation strategy. Read more
Rapidus Unveils AI Tools for Semiconductor Design
At SEMICON Japan, Rapidus Corporation introduced new AI design tools to enhance its semiconductor manufacturing processes, aiming to improve efficiency with its Rapidus AI-Assisted Design Solution. Read more
Hitachi Launches AI Agent for Industrial Equipment
On December 22, 2025, Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd. announced a new generative AI agent service to enhance the operation and maintenance of industrial equipment. This service aims to reduce downtime and improve productivity by providing real-time guidance through conversational interaction. Read more
Greneta Unveils AI Optimizer 2.0 at CES 2026
At CES 2026, Greneta launched its AI-powered Optimizer 2.0, achieving significant data compression for spatial computing applications. Read more
Skkynet Announces C$2.6 Million AI Initiative with Canadian Support
Skkynet Cloud Systems, Inc. has launched a C$2.6 million project to advance secure Industrial AI technologies, with partial funding from the Government of Canada. The project focuses on enhancing the Cogent DataHub® platform and expanding the engineering team. Read more
CATL Uses Spirit AI Robots in Battery Production
Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) has started utilizing humanoid robots from Spirit AI at its Luoyang facility in China. These robots enhance safety and efficiency by handling hazardous tasks in electric vehicle battery production. Read more
Closer Robotics Secures ¥420 Million for AI Robots
Japan-based startup Closer Robotics has raised ¥420 million in a Pre-Series A funding round to enhance its AI-powered industrial robots, with investments from Angel Bridge, Deepcore, and a loan from Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation. Read more
Automation.com and Hikvision Release AI Video Intelligence White Paper
A new white paper by Automation.com and Hikvision explores the impact of AI-powered video intelligence on manufacturing efficiency, focusing on the transition from traditional security systems to advanced data sources. Read more
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