US Manufacturing PMI in August showed a slight overall increase, as rising new orders were offset by declining production and continued sector uncertainty.

Eurotech has launched the ARM-based ReliaGATE 15A-12 gateway to support secure, containerized edge computing in mission-critical industries.

Belden has launched a next-generation firewall, updated its PROVIZE Suite, and introduced IEC 62443-4-2 certified industrial Ethernet switches to strengthen OT security and performance.

Acronis is applying AI and machine learning to strengthen OT cybersecurity with real-time threat detection, proactive protection, and automated response.

C3 AI has launched C3 Agentic AI Websites, enabling businesses to transform traditional websites into intelligent, conversational platforms for real-time engagement.

Palo Alto Networks unveils comprehensive quantum readiness solutions, including AI-driven risk assessments, cipher translation, and quantum-optimized hardware, to safeguard enterprises from emerging quantum threats.

IO-Link now supports TÜV-certified functional safety and has released its first Security Deployment Guideline, with additional product security guidelines in development.

Siemens has introduced SIMATIC IPC ORCLA Protector V1, a security application for its ORCLA Core platform that enhances IPC protection through features like attack detection, application allowlisting, and USB control.

A new EPRI and Epoch AI report warns that AI model training could drive US power demand to more than 50 gigawatts by 2030, rivaling today’s total global data center consumption.

Celona has launched AerFlex, a cloud-controlled, AP-only private 5G solution designed to simplify deployment and support AI-driven industrial operations.