Currently, Digit is working with Amazon to help move products in warehouses. — Business Wire/TNS Digit the humanoid robot is 5 feet 9 inches (175cm) tall and lives in warehouses, helping its human coworkers move and stack boxes up to 35 pounds (15.87kg). It also "smiles" and waves. Robots like Digit are a growing pursuit among robotics companies that are trying to bring humanoids into everyday life, and specifically into the home as helpers. A crucial part of that equation is

By the Machinery & Engineering Industries Federation (MEIF) Automation is no longer novel within Malaysia’s machinery and engineering (M&E) sector. Robotic welding cells, CNC upgrades, ERP platforms, machine vision systems, and warehouse automation are increasingly common across factories of varying scale. Yet a structural gap persists. While many firms have automated discrete processes, fewer have embedded those investments within an integrated capability framework. The dist

Organized by RX, Fac Tec China will take place from June 2–4, 2026, at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. This premier trade event comes at a pivotal moment for the global electronics manufacturing industry, as companies face mounting pressure to improve efficiency, adopt sustainable practices, and upgrade to intelligent, flexible factory systems. Global demand for advanced manufacturing solutions in semiconductors, automotive electronics, PCB, and 3C ele

Two autonomous tractors have been rolled out to transfer passenger bags between Terminal 1's and Terminal 4’s baggage handling areas. Changi Airport has deployed its first fleet of fully driverless tractors. (Photo: Changi Airport Group) Changi Airport has deployed its first fleet of fully driverless tractors for airside operations after nearly a year of trials. Two autonomous tractors have been rolled out in live operations to transfer passenger bags between Terminal 1's and

By Ir. Ts. Prof. Dr. Chee-Fai Tan Vice President (Technology), Malaysia Association for Sustainable Supply Chain & Innovation (MASSCI) Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Kuala Lumpur University of Science & Technology (KLUST) Artificial Intelligence has transformed how supply chains interpret data. Demand forecasting, inventory optimisation, route planning, and predictive maintenance now rely on increasingly sophisticated analytics. Yet improved visibility does not automatically transla

New method cuts construction time and labour needs, boosting efficiency Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have reached a new milestone in construction technology by successfully 3D-printing a load-bearing concrete structure on-site — a first for Singapore’s built environment sector. The innovative technique, developed in collaboration with industry partners including Woh Hup (Private) Limited, dramatically reduces the amount of manpower and time trad

Irene Lim, 38, lost her limbs after being infected with sepsis two years ago. – ST Living independently became a challenge for 38-year-old Irene Lim after part of her forearms and legs were amputated in 2023 due to sepsis triggered by an unknown bacterial infection. She could not afford prosthetic arms as she had already spent her life savings of around $300,000 on her treatment, pushing her to seek alternative solutions. Things changed in early 2025 after her dragon boating

In a light-filled workshop in eastern China, a robotic arm moved a partially assembled autonomous vehicle as workers calibrated its cameras, typical of the incremental automation being adopted even across smaller factories in the world's manufacturing powerhouse. In a light-filled workshop in eastern China, a robotic arm moved a partially assembled autonomous vehicle as workers calibrated its cameras, typical of the incremental automation being adopted even across smaller fac

By Prof Datin Lorela Chia Across ASEAN, industrial investment is accelerating. Automation platforms, AI systems, advanced manufacturing tools, and integrated analytics are increasingly accessible. Capital deployment is rising, and policy frameworks are evolving to support digital and industrial upgrading. Technology availability is no longer the primary constraint. The more pressing question is whether industrial systems are expanding their Complexity Absorption Capacity at

South Korea is considering building a 4.5 trillion won (US$3.06 billion) foundry to manufacture chips, funded by state and private investment. AFP pic South Korea is considering building a 4.5 trillion won (US$3.06 billion) foundry to manufacture chips, funded by state and private investment, the industry ministry said, amid efforts to ensure the country remains a powerhouse in semiconductors. President Lee Jae Myung presided over a meeting on Wednesday attended by executive

Penang is on track to become one of Malaysia’s leading states in renewable energy adoption, particularly in solar power, driven by its robust industrial base and rising sustainability awareness Penang is on track to become one of Malaysia's leading states in renewable energy adoption, particularly in solar power, driven by its robust industrial base and rising sustainability awareness. The Malaysian Photovoltaic and Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA) said Penang

Cyber threats that shaped the telecommunications sector in 2025 are persisting into 2026 as operators continue to face sustained attacks while rolling out new technologies that introduce fresh operational risks, according to Kaspersky. Cyber threats that shaped the telecommunications sector in 2025 are persisting into 2026 as operators continue to face sustained attacks while rolling out new technologies that introduce fresh operational risks, according to Kaspersky. The firm

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi meeting with Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul at the Government House of Thailand, during his three-day working visit to Bangkok beginning today. BERNAMA pic Malaysia and Thailand are exploring the potential to expand cooperation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) to strengthen the technical and highly skilled workforce of both countries. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamid

Penang’s status as a global semiconductor hub received a boost today when Intel Corporation chief executive officer Tan Lip-Bu held a high-level meeting with Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. - PIC CREDIT: FB/ChowKonYeow Penang's status as a global semiconductor hub received a boost today when Intel Corporation chief executive officer Tan Lip-Bu held a high-level meeting with Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. The discussion marked a key step in the state's transition toward advanced

Given the rise of global economic uncertainty following the Trump administration’s unilateral reciprocal tariff imposition and its looming introduction of the semiconductor tariff on its trading partners, the latest forecast of Taiwan’s GDP growth has certainly defied the gloomy outlook of the world economy. - AI image, for illustration purpose only A piece of news that has gone unnoticed by the Malaysian media: Taiwan's gross domestic product (GDP) is predicted to grow at a