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Architect of Automation: A Master’s in Information Technology Management (ITM) or specific engineering degrees like Robotics, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering are usually required to reach the esteemed professional milestone of being a “Architect of Automation”. The “Architect” designation is only given to individuals who have mastered the high-level orchestration of intricate, multi-layered systems, even if a bachelor’s degree offers the fundamental technical skills. An organization’s complete digital and physical “nervous system” is designed by the Architect of Automation, in contrast to a typical engineer who could concentrate on a particular script or machine.Strategic blueprinting defines the function. In the context of…
Mumbai: India has continued to report a dip for the third consecutive year in life insurance penetration which has declined to 2.7 per cent during 2024-25 from 2.8 per cent in the previous year according to the annual report of Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India(IRDAI) released on Tuesday. The fall comes despite a 7 per cent increase in premium collections by life insurers to Rs 8.86 lakh crore for 2024-25.The penetration with respect to the non-life insurance industry remained flat at one per cent during 2024-25 as in 2023-24. The overall insurance penetration (life and non-life) remained flat…
While FOMO can lead to short-term gains, it also increases the risk of buying at market peaks and suffering losses when the bubble deflates.Is the Crypto Market Always in a Bubble?That’s certainly not true as while the “bubble” may be speculative in nature, there are still many actual uses for cryptocurrency that are being created and developed within the crypto ecosystem, such as digital identities/secure identity, decentralized finance-related transactions/payments, and so on. However, irrational exuberance (i.e., fear of missing out) can create spikes in prices of assets in the short term, leading to bubble-like circumstances, even in companies that are…
Asus is teasing a new Asus ROG dual-screen gaming laptop for CES 2026, with a set reveal time on January 5. The company’s ROG Global account posted a short video on X pointing to January 5 at 3 pm PT. It’s still just a teaser, so there’s no model name, no specs, and no pricing. What it does put on the table is the concept, which is a gaming notebook that looks built around more than one display. Asus is leaning into the second screen again The video sticks to quick, tight shots, but the framing suggests a main display…
ASTANA – Kazakhstan attracted $10.55 billion in investment in the first six months of the year, underscoring the country’s continued investment appeal despite ongoing geopolitical instability. Photo credit: Shutterstock In an interview with Kazinform, the experts outlined key trends, challenges and prospects shaping Kazakhstan’s investment landscape. Top investing countries and sectoral trends According to the National Bank of Kazakhstan, the largest sources of investment this year were the Netherlands, Switzerland, Russia, China, and the United Arab Emirates. The Netherlands accounted for $2.27 billion, reflecting its role as a financial hub for multinational corporations and holding companies. Much of this capital…
Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors’ opinions or evaluations. Debt can prevent you from reaching your financial goals. It’s hard to save for a down payment on a home or other financial goal while juggling credit cards, student loan payments and bills from an unexpected event, such as a medical emergency. If you’re trying to tame the amount of money you owe, you may explore debt relief options to find the best fit for you. Money Management International, or MMI, is an organization that provides debt management education…
Apps to help you stay productive in 2026. Photo credit: Getty Images Search our comprehensive guide to things to do in Queens for more local events — or submit your own! As a new year unfolds, you might have a ton of ideas on how to start the year better and more focused, so you can be more productive. Whether you’d like to spend less time on social media or improve your work productivity, there are plenty of apps to incorporate into your daily routine to help you achieve your goals. From budgeting apps to tools to combat procrastination, here…
The semiconductor industry looks set for further gains thanks to the artificial intelligence boom.Top artificial intelligence (AI) developers like OpenAI and Anthropic continue to launch new models, with each one being “smarter” and more capable than the last. However, every new model also soaks up more computing power than its predecessors, so it requires significantly more data center capacity. Some of the biggest suppliers of AI infrastructure, chips, and components include Nvidia (NVDA 0.13%), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD 0.27%), and Micron Technology (MU +0.22%). Shares in those three companies have surged by an average of 119% in 2025 alone, crushing…
RealMan says its joint modules are modular, standardized, and provide high performance. | Source: RealMan Robotics RealMan Intelligent Technology Co. last week unveiled three new joint modules: the ultra-compact WHJ03, the high-torque hollow-core WHJ120, and the WHJ48V Wide-Voltage Series. The company said the new modules enable it to deliver a unified power system for robots ranging from lightweight desktop arms to heavy-duty industrial systems. The High-Power-Density (HPD) servo joints deliver high torque density, fast dynamic response, high precision, reliability, and cost efficiency, claimed RealMan. The three new modules feature compact, integrated, and modular designs for robotics across consumer, commercial, and…
Key insight: Supply chain vulnerabilities emerged as the primary vector for banking breaches in 2025, often bypassing direct institutional defenses.Supporting data: 700Credit’s API breach exposed data for 5.8 million consumers, while the TransUnion breach affected approximately 4.5 million individuals.What’s at stake: Ransomware attacks like the one on Marquis Software Solutions can cascade, impacting hundreds of community banks via a single vendor.Overview bullets generated by AI with editorial reviewProcessing ContentThird-party vendor vulnerabilities and sophisticated social engineering campaigns defined the cybersecurity landscape for financial institutions in 2025.From specialized software providers to major credit bureaus, attackers frequently bypassed internal bank defenses by targeting…
The layer-1 network, Flow, scrapped plans to roll back its blockchain following a $3.9 million exploit, reversing course after pushback from ecosystem partners who warned that rewriting chain history would undermine decentralization and create operational risks.Instead, the network released a statement on Dec. 29 saying it will restart from the last sealed block before transactions were halted on Dec. 27, preserving all legitimate transaction history, according to a recovery plan shared with partners. The revised approach avoids a chain reorganization and instead targets fraudulent assets through account restrictions and token destruction.The exploit and initial rollback proposal weighed heavily on the…
Gadgets like Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses and iPhone 17 made daily life smarter and more connected. Devices such as Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and OnePlus 13s boosted portability, performance, and productivity. Innovations like boAt Lunar Embrace, IGowise BeiGo X4, and Roborock Saros Z70 enhanced health, eco-friendly travel, and home efficiency. As 2025 draws to a close, India’s tech landscape has been nothing short of revolutionary. With AI integration becoming ubiquitous and a surge in compact, user-centric designs, this year saw gadgets that didn’t just upgrade our routines they redefined them. From health trackers monitoring your…
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It’s the time of year when even the best-laid budget plans get thrown aside, and credit-card balances start climbing. During the holiday season, it’s common to set expectations high, which can easily lead to emotional spending. Tariffs and persistent inflation are taking bigger bites out of budgets this year, with roughly 4 in 10 Americans dipping into their savings while shopping, according to an AP-NORC poll. If you went a bit overboard this year and racked up some major credit-card debt, you’re not alone. The National Retail Federation projects holiday spending to hit an all time, surpassing $1 trillion. Lynnette…
1. What are Mobile Application Development Frameworks?A mobile app development framework is a collection of tools, libraries, and code that make it easier for developers to create apps more quickly. It cuts down on repetitive coding and offers ready-made solutions for design, user interface, and access to mobile features, including cameras and GPS.2. Why are cross-platform frameworks so popular in 2026?Cross-platform frameworks allow developers to create a single app for a variety of platforms using the same code. This helps save time, reduce development cost, and accelerate time to market with a resulting app performing almost as natively on mobile…
Nvidia, Google and OpenAI were among a handful of tech companies that met with White House officials Thursday morning to coordinate on President Donald Trump’s executive order directing the Department of Energy and various science agencies to adopt artificial intelligence. The roundtable brought together representatives from 24 tech companies to meet with Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Michael Kratsios, and DOE Undersecretary for Science Darío Gil, according to the White House and a person familiar with the meeting. Also in attendance were representatives from xAI, Anthropic and AMD, among others.…
