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February 2026 Industrial AI/IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events
· Artificial Intelligence

February 2026 Industrial AI/IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events

February 2026 brings together a strong lineup of global events focused on Industrial AI/IoT, Operational Technology (OT), and ICS cybersecurity. From smart manufacturing and utility modernization to AI-driven connectivity and critical infrastructure security, these conferences and expos provide essential platforms for industry leaders, technology providers, and practitioners to exchange insights and address emerging challenges across connected […]

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January 2026 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events
· Connected Industry

January 2026 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events

New year, new budgets, and a fresh slate of industrial priorities—secure connectivity, resilient operations, and scalable modernization. January 2026 offers a compact and high-impact set of gatherings where Industrial IoT (IIoT) and ICS/OT cybersecurity conversations show up in different forms: flagship tech showcases, critical infrastructure training, energy-transition summits, executive-level policy dialogue, electronics manufacturing, and sustainability-driven industrial innovation.CES 2026Date: January 6 […]

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What I’m Most Excited to See at Siemens Booths at CES 2026 — and Why It Matters for the Future of Industrial Intelligence
· Connected Industry

What I’m Most Excited to See at Siemens Booths at CES 2026 — and Why It Matters for the Future of Industrial Intelligence

CES has always been a mirror of what’s next. Not just shiny tech, but signals — early indications of how industries will actually change. And at CES 2026, Siemens isn’t just showing technology. They’re showing outcomes. That’s why the Siemens booths are high on my must-see list this year.Across three distinct experiences — Siemens Intelligence Experience […]

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Scaling AI-driven reliability in process manufacturing: culture first, then code
· Process Manufacturing

Scaling AI-driven reliability in process manufacturing: culture first, then code

AI, prescriptive maintenance, and edge analytics are reshaping how process plants run. Yet the gap between a successful pilot and full-scale impact rarely closes on technology alone. The differentiators are culture, operating model, and data foundations.Build versus partner: keep the core, rent the niche Keep in-house: architecture, data governance, cybersecurity, product ownership, and integration with […]

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Inside Merck’s smart manufacturing revolution
· Process Manufacturing

Inside Merck’s smart manufacturing revolution

An in depth conversation with Michelangelo Canzoneri, Global Head of Group Smart Manufacturing at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, GermanyInterview by Jan BurianHeadquartered in Darmstadt, Germany, Merck employs around 65,000 people in 66 countries, contributing to both the national and global industrial landscape. Its three business sectors, Healthcare, Life Science and Electronics, span complex operations that include […]

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The Moment Manufacturing Broke Its Old Rules: How 2020 Sparked the Rise of the Connected Workforce
· Connected Industry

The Moment Manufacturing Broke Its Old Rules: How 2020 Sparked the Rise of the Connected Workforce

In April 2020, half of the world’s population was in lockdown — yet critical infrastructure still had to run. Chemical plants, glass facilities, refineries, and energy systems couldn’t pause. Equipment still failed. Processes, drifted, and operators needed expert support. But the experts were home.This single moment, according to Tony White — who leads the U.S. […]

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Industrial AI’s Next Phase: Proof Before Scale
· Hybrid Manufacturing

Industrial AI’s Next Phase: Proof Before Scale

At Infinite Uptime’s CXO Circle in Bangkok, the discussion around industrial AI felt different. The room was filled with people who run plants. They weren’t asking whether AI belongs in manufacturing anymore. They were asking how to make it work reliably, across complex environments where every process, every asset, and every operator matters.The consensus was […]

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Secure-by-Design Manufacturing: Why Compliance Is the Next Competitive Edge
· Cybersecurity

Secure-by-Design Manufacturing: Why Compliance Is the Next Competitive Edge

Digital transformation has turned factories into networks of connected assets, data flows, and intelligent systems. But every new connection expands the attack surface — and with it, the risk. For manufacturers, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT concern; it has become a critical business imperative. It is now a condition of market access, customer […]

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When Yield Becomes Sustainability — Redefining Efficiency in Semiconductor Manufacturing
· Discrete Manufacturing

When Yield Becomes Sustainability — Redefining Efficiency in Semiconductor Manufacturing

Sustainability used to sit on the periphery of semiconductor manufacturing — an environmental checkbox managed by a separate team. That era is over. The next generation of fabs is proving that sustainability is not a corporate add-on, but a direct measure of manufacturing performance.As Brian Taylor of Siemens put it, sustainability “is not a separate […]

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December 2025 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events
· Connected Industry

December 2025 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events

‘Tis the season for celebration — and innovation. December may be the year’s quietest month for many industries, but it still delivers a lineup of high-impact events worth your attention. Whether you’re joining in person or tuning in virtually, these gatherings offer valuable opportunities to connect with leaders, explore the latest advancements, and shape the […]

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November 2025 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events
· Connected Industry

November 2025 Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity Events

As November 2025 unfolds, a dynamic lineup of Industrial IoT, manufacturing, and cybersecurity events is set to inspire innovation and collaboration across the global industrial landscape. From automation and smart manufacturing to AI, GxP compliance, and OT security, these gatherings bring together industry leaders, engineers, and technology visionaries driving the next wave of digital transformation. […]

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A Glimpse Inside Finland’s Innovation Engine
· Smart Manufacturing

A Glimpse Inside Finland’s Innovation Engine

Why the World’s Happiest Country Is Building the Future of IndustryIntroductionI recently spent five days in Finland as part of a press tour organized by Business Finland to see how the country, often regarded as the happiest in the world, enables innovation and international business growth. Three cities, a dozen site visits, dinners with local […]

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