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Nardo Raises $716K in Pre-seed Round

Nardo

Sydney, Australia: Sports technology startup Nardo has secured AU$1 million (approximately US$716,000) in a pre-seed funding round, marking an important milestone in its mission to modernize how amateur sports clubs manage team apparel and uniforms. The funding round also attracted investment from former Australian football legend Tim Cahill, who has joined the company as a … Read more

Google and Telstra Partner to Strengthen Australia’s Digital Infrastructure and AI Connectivity

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Google and Telstra have announced a major strategic partnership to expand and strengthen digital infrastructure across Australia and the broader Asia-Pacific region, supporting the growing demand for cloud services, artificial intelligence (AI), and high-capacity internet connectivity. The collaboration brings together Google’s global network infrastructure capabilities and Telstra’s extensive telecommunications expertise to deliver faster, more secure, … Read more

DriveNets Raises $410 Million at $8.5 Billion Valuation

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DriveNets, a leading provider of cloud-native networking software, has secured $410 million in a new funding round, boosting its valuation to $8.5 billion as demand for AI infrastructure and next-generation telecommunications networks continues to surge globally. The latest investment marks a significant milestone for the company, bringing its total funding raised since inception to approximately … Read more

Motorola Solutions Acquires Israeli Counter-Drone Startup D-Fend in $1.5 Billion Deal

D-Fend Solutions founders. (Photo: D-Fend Solutions)

Motorola Solutions has acquired Israeli defense technology company D-Fend Solutions in a deal valued at approximately $1.5 billion, marking one of the most significant exits in the rapidly expanding counter-drone technology sector. The acquisition highlights the growing importance of drone security solutions as governments, military organizations, and critical infrastructure operators worldwide seek effective ways to … Read more

Waymo just launched its first purpose-built robotaxi

Waymo

Alphabet’s self-driving division, Waymo, has officially announced the rollout of its next-generation autonomous vehicle: the Waymo Ojai. Marking a massive departure from the company’s historic strategy of retrofitting traditional human-driven consumer cars—like the Jaguar I-PACE and Chrysler Pacifica—the Ojai represents Waymo’s first purpose-built robotaxi designed from the ground up strictly for driverless ride-hailing. The vehicle … Read more

TCS Partners with Mistral AI to Accelerate Custom Enterprise Generative AI Deployment

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In a major move to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, has announced a landmark strategic partnership with French AI trailblazer Mistral. The alliance marks a significant industry milestone, positioning TCS as the first global systems integrator (GSI) partner for Mistral Forge, Mistral’s premier business-focused AI platform. … Read more

ENN Exclusive: iFLYTEK Launches Groundbreaking AI Glasses at BEYOND Expo 2026 to Redefine Real-Time Translation

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MACAO — May 28, 2026 (ENN): In a massive move that shifts artificial intelligence from a software gimmick into an essential daily wearable, Chinese tech powerhouse iFLYTEK has officially launched its brand-new iFLYTEK AI Glasses today. Revealed exclusively on Stage G (Genesis) at the 6th annual BEYOND Expo in Macao, the product launch aligned perfectly … Read more

Defensetech Startup Airis Labs Raises $60 Million in Funding

Defense Tech

The defense technology sector is experiencing a massive wave of innovation as artificial intelligence transitions from a conceptual software tool into real-world operational environments. In a major development for the industry, Airis Labs, an AI-driven defense-tech startup, has officially emerged from stealth mode. The company announced it has secured a total of $60 million in … Read more

Starting Today: BEYOND Expo 2026 Opens in Macau as the ‘Physical AI’ Revolution Takes Center Stage

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MACAO — 27 May, 2026: For years, the conversation surrounding Artificial Intelligence was trapped behind glass—living in lines of code, browser tabs, and cloud-based chat interfaces. But starting today, a definitive shift is underway as the 6th annual BEYOND Expo officially opens its doors at The Venetian® Macao’s Cotai Expo. The theme for this year’s … Read more

Persistent Systems and Kong Partner to Strengthen Enterprise AI Governance and API Infrastructure

Persistent

Persistent Systems and Kong have announced a strategic partnership aimed at helping enterprises build secure, scalable, and well-governed AI systems. Under the collaboration, Persistent Systems will serve as Kong’s global systems integration partner, supporting enterprises as they move AI projects from experimentation to large-scale production deployment. Growing Need for AI Governance and Scalable Infrastructure As … Read more

ANSCER Robotics secures $5.4 million in series A round

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Industrial automation startup ANSCER Robotics has raised US$5.4 million (approximately ₹45 crore) in a Series A funding round led by IAN Alpha Fund, as global demand for AI-driven robotics and smart factory solutions continues to accelerate. The funding round also saw participation from Info Edge along with several angel investors. Funding to Support Global Expansion … Read more

LG Innotek and Kakao Mobility Partner to Develop Autonomous Driving AI Technology

LG Innotek

South Korea’s autonomous driving and artificial intelligence ecosystem is gaining momentum as major technology companies deepen collaborations in the fast-growing physical AI market. In a significant development, LG Innotek and Kakao Mobility have announced a strategic partnership to jointly develop autonomous driving AI technology. The collaboration aims to combine LG Innotek’s advanced sensing technology with … Read more

Sychedelic Raises $3.5 Million to Expand AI-Powered Neurotechnology Wearables Globally

Sychedelic

The global wearable technology and mental wellness market continues to attract investor attention as consumers increasingly seek personalized health solutions powered by artificial intelligence. In a major development in the neurotechnology sector, Sychedelic has raised US$3.5 million (approximately ₹31.5 crore) in a seed funding round to accelerate product development and international expansion. The funding round … Read more

Endure Air Systems Secures ₹30 Crore Government Backing for Heavy-Lift Drone Platform

Dr Abhishek, Co-founder and Director of EndureAir Systems | Photo Credit: EndureAir Systems

India’s drone and autonomous aviation sector continues to gain momentum as Endure Air Systems, an IIT Kanpur-incubated startup, has secured ₹30 crore under the Government of India’s Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) initiative. The funding will support the development and expansion of the company’s next-generation heavy-lift unmanned aerial vehicle platform, SABAL-200. Funding to Accelerate Drone … Read more

WIRobotics raises $68 million in series B round led by JB Investment

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South Korea-based WIRobotics has raised KRW 95 billion (approximately $68 million) in a Series B funding round to accelerate the development of humanoid robotics and Physical AI technologies. The funding round was led by JB Investment, with participation from investors including InterVest, Hana Ventures, Smilegate Investment, SBVA, NH Investment & Securities, Company K Partners, GU … Read more

Cybersecurity investment fund Skinos Ventures raises $26 million round

Skinos Ventures founders. (Rotem Roseman)

A new cybersecurity-focused venture capital fund, Skinos Ventures, has been launched in Israel with a corpus of $26 million. The fund is primarily backed by renowned cybersecurity entrepreneur Shlomo Kramer, who is also serving as an advisor. Strong Backing from Cybersecurity Industry Veteran Shlomo Kramer, co-founder of Check Point, is widely recognized as one of … Read more

Enterprise intelligence startup SCIKIQ secures $1.5 Mn in pre-Series A

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Gurugram-based SCIKIQ has secured $1.5 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by Triton Fund II. The investment highlights growing demand for AI-driven data intelligence solutions among enterprises globally. Funding to Drive Global Expansion and AI Innovation The company plans to utilize the fresh capital to accelerate its global expansion, enhance artificial intelligence capabilities, … Read more

Hyundai Motor and KAI Partner to Advance Korean Air Taxi Technology

Hyundai Motor

In a significant move to reshape the future of urban transportation, Hyundai Motor Group has entered into a strategic partnership with Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to jointly develop Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) aircraft. This collaboration aims to combine Hyundai’s large-scale manufacturing expertise with KAI’s deep capabilities in aircraft engineering, positioning both companies strongly in the … Read more

Willog Raises Series B-2 Funding to Expand AI-Powered Supply Chain Solutions

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May 2026 | Logistics Tech | Startup Funding News – AIoT-driven logistics startup Willog has raised an undisclosed amount in a Series B-2 funding round, backed by a group of investors from Korea and global markets. The round saw participation from firms including KB Investment, SGC Partners, Sneakpick Investment, IBK Capital, Re-Investment, Muirwoods Ventures, and … Read more