Keysight launches AI Software Integrity Builder
Keysight has launched AI Software Integrity Builder, a lifecycle assurance tool to compare lab and field model behaviour, detect drift, and support compliance in safety-critical industries.
AI and ML expand roles in service provider networks
Service providers are integrating AI and ML to improve network monitoring, reduce downtime and optimise operations; adoption varies and success depends on data quality, vendor expertise and management support.
Smart Eye shows DMS alcohol detection and integrated ECU
Smart Eye presented real-time alcohol impairment detection and an integrated driver-monitoring platform with Green Hills Software, demonstrating single-ECU mixed-criticality deployment to help manufacturers meet safety regulations and simplify integration.
Here launches AI portfolio for software-defined vehicles
Here Technologies announced an AI-driven portfolio at CES 2026 for software-defined vehicles, comprising navigation, ADAS tools, development accelerators and partnerships for OEMs and fleets.
Visteon introduces NVIDIA-powered AI-ADAS compute module
Visteon and NVIDIA announced a scalable compute module for in-vehicle AI and ADAS, offering plug-and-play integration with legacy systems, NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin processing and hybrid edge-cloud support.
NXP launches S32N7 processor for centralised vehicle compute
At CES 2026 NXP introduced the S32N7 series, a 5nm processor family to centralise vehicle compute, offering 32 variants, AI acceleration, up to 20% TCO reduction and a Bosch partnership.
Networks and digital twins enable Physical AI
Organisations require low‑latency, high‑bandwidth networks, edge computing, digital twins and integrated security to deploy multimodal LLMs for real‑time Physical AI across industrial environments.
Automakers highlight vehicle intelligence at CES 2026
Major automakers and suppliers showcased AI-driven vehicle systems, software-defined architectures and production-ready autonomous technologies at CES 2026, signalling expanded deployment across models and global markets in 2026.
Qualcomm and ZF announce scalable ADAS platform
Qualcomm and ZF announced a scalable ADAS platform combining Snapdragon Ride SoC with ZF ProAI, supporting modular sensor configurations, over-the-air updates and automotive-grade compute for varied automation levels.
Singtel pilots 50Gbps XGS-PON fibre broadband
Singtel has launched a 50Gbps XGS-PON fibre trial to evaluate network performance for AI-driven, immersive and multi-device use cases and inform future deployments.
Hyundai Motor Group 2026 strategic roadmap
Hyundai unveiled a 2026 roadmap prioritising customer‑driven transformation, deep AI integration across vehicles and operations, faster decision‑making and ecosystem expansion through partner collaboration and software‑centred mobility.
Hyundai unveils AI robotics strategy at CES 2026
Hyundai Motor Group announced an AI robotics strategy at CES 2026 to deploy human-centred robots, build an end-to-end value chain and scale manufacturing pilots via strategic partnerships.
Aptiv presents intelligent edge AI solutions at CES 2026
Aptiv demonstrated edge computing and AI platforms at CES 2026, highlighting ADAS sensors, digital cockpits, robotics capabilities and the LINC software with 5G C‑V2X connectivity.
VicOne and P3 demonstrate secure AI cockpit integration
VicOne and P3 showcased integration of an IVI platform and on-device AI security, offering OEMs a blueprint to deploy voice-driven cockpits with regulatory and performance considerations.
Qualcomm and Google expand automotive AI partnership
Qualcomm and Google will integrate Snapdragon Digital Chassis with Android Automotive, cloud tools and Gemini AI to accelerate development, virtualise validation and support long-term software updates for software-defined vehicles.
Valeo and Seeing Machines debut in-cabin monitoring tech
Valeo and Seeing Machines present integrated in-cabin monitoring solutions at CES 2026, combining gaze and occupant detection across vehicle types to support safety compliance and driver awareness.
Cloud-to-car AI workflow for vehicle systems
MulticoreWare and Qualcomm demonstrated a cloud-to-car AI workflow that enables cloud-based model optimisation, quantisation and validation for ADAS and SDV development, supporting CI/CD and reduced hardware dependency.
STRADVISION SVNet FrontVision on Renesas R-Car X5H
STRADVISION demonstrated SVNet FrontVision on Renesas’ R‑Car X5H at CES 2026, illustrating low-latency, AI-based front-camera perception and integration with Renesas’ RoX framework for software-defined vehicle development.
IIIT-A develops semantic communication for vehicles
IIIT-A develops semantic communication to reduce sensor data bandwidth for autonomous vehicles, with IIIT Gwalior and Jabalpur; funded by a ₹1.46 crore grant and applicable to traffic control and 6G.
FPT and Telechips launch Smart AI Cabin platform
FPT and Telechips introduced a modular AI‑powered in‑vehicle platform, Smart AI Cabin, with local AI orchestration, reduced cloud dependency and over‑the‑air updates, targeting software‑defined vehicle architectures.
HERE and Qualcomm demonstrate AI map intelligence at CES
At CES 2026, HERE and Qualcomm will showcase AI-driven map data integrated with Snapdragon Ride Pilot to enhance ADAS, extend vehicle foresight, and support global regulatory compliance.
HERE and Amazon launch AI conversational navigation
HERE Technologies and Amazon will offer vehicle manufacturers branded, AI conversational navigation combining HERE mapping and Alexa Custom Assistant, supporting cloud and edge deployment, with debut scheduled at CES 2026.
Fibre connectivity in AI-ready data centres
High-density fibre connectivity is becoming the strategic enabler for AI-ready data centres, addressing latency, scalability and resilience while supporting operational predictability and improved ESG outcomes.
2026 outlook: 6G development and AI infrastructure
Forecasts indicate 2026 will see 6G studies continue, flat telecom economics, AI inference cost reductions constrained by energy and construction, and centralised inference dominance.
AI-enhanced digital twins in telecommunications
AI augments digital twins in telecommunications, enabling real-time simulation, predictive operations and automation; promising operational savings but requiring significant investment, data-quality improvements and robust security and governance.
KIST workshop showcases neuromorphic computing
KIST hosted a workshop demonstrating neuromorphic chips for autonomous systems, highlighting energy-efficient, parallel processing and research collaborations on AI hardware, semiconductor fabrication and ultra-large-scale computation.
Tier IV to lead NEDO-backed autonomous driving dataset
Tier IV, supported by NEDO, will assemble large-scale real and synthetic multimodal sensor datasets and an AI data platform to support autonomous vehicle development and validation in Japan.
Google Cloud and Qualcomm integrate Gemini with Snapdragon
Google Cloud and Qualcomm plan to integrate Gemini AI into Snapdragon platforms to enable on‑device multimodal vehicle AI, supporting infotainment, predictive navigation and driver‑assist features with cloud synchronisation.
Blue Cloud Softech, ConnectM MoU for EdgeAI vehicle SoC
Blue Cloud Softech and ConnectM signed an MoU to co-develop an EdgeAI automotive SoC, targeting vehicle cybersecurity and AI, with 50:50 revenue sharing and a projected US$50m five-year pipeline.
AI and edge computing in EV battery management
AI and edge computing enable intelligent battery management systems that predict degradation, improve state-of-charge and state-of-health accuracy, process data on-board to reduce latency and support predictive maintenance.
Telco AI startups and deployment trends
Startups are delivering AI for telecoms across customer care, network optimisation and operations, enabling integration with legacy systems and addressing efficiency, security and scalability as 5G and edge computing expand.
Nirvana raises $100m Series D to expand AI insurance
Nirvana secured $100m Series D at a $1.5bn valuation to scale an AI and telematics-based commercial vehicle insurance platform, accelerating underwriting, pricing and claims automation for fleets.
Strategies for Standing Out at CES 2026 Amid AI Noise
Advises executives on targeted outreach and marketing tactics to secure visibility for businesses at CES 2026 amid pervasive AI discourse, emphasising analyst engagement and strategic planning.
Mobile core developments in AI, edge, resilience and NTN
In 2026, operators and vendors will prioritise AI-enabled automation, edge local breakout, cloud-based disaster protection and satellite NTN integration to enhance core efficiency, resilience and new service monetisation.
FPT joins SDVerse to offer AI mobility solutions
FPT has joined SDVerse, listing AI-centric mobility solutions including a OneLake data platform, agentic edge AI, AWS-hosted test automation and an AI-driven virtual factory for OEMs and suppliers.
aiMotive and LG to unveil integrated IVI-ADAS controller
aiMotive and LG will present an integrated HPC Lite controller combining IVI and ADAS processing, aiming to simplify vehicle architecture and support Level 2+ automated driving.
Lenovo and Infineon expand autonomous driving compute
Lenovo and Infineon expanded their collaboration to integrate Lenovo AD1/AH1 domain controllers with Infineon AURIX microcontrollers, targeting scalable in-vehicle compute for Levels 2-4 automation and software-defined vehicles.
Telematics in automotive systems and operations
In 2025 telematics integrates AI, IoT and analytics across vehicles, manufacturing and fleets, enabling safety features, predictive maintenance, route optimisation and data-driven production efficiency.
CATL reports large-scale humanoid robot use on battery lines
CATL reports large-scale deployment of humanoid robot Moz at Zhongzhou for battery EOL and DCR testing, citing over 99 per cent connection success, increased throughput, and in-house development by Spirit AI.
Sovereign AI and Telecommunications Strategy
Governments pursue domestic AI capabilities, creating opportunities and risks for telecommunications operators to host infrastructure, manage data and support national AI strategies amid supply‑chain constraints.
IEEE survey finds limited near-term AI impact from 6G
IEEE survey finds 7% view 6G as a primary AI opportunity, suggesting continued focus on 5G. Experts say 6G may prioritise uplink capacity and AI resource allocation.
Sonatus and MOTER integrate in-vehicle driver risk AI
Sonatus and MOTER will embed driver risk models in vehicles via the AI Director, enabling real‑time risk assessment, reduced cloud dependency, lower costs and improved privacy for OEMs and insurers.
Pioneer, Microsoft develop AI for in-vehicle infotainment
Pioneer and Microsoft launched a generative AI agent for in-vehicle infotainment, providing cloud-integrated natural language controls, contextual responses and multi-segment compatibility for hands-free operation.
Dell and AMD provide AI-ready telecom infrastructure
Dell and AMD offer centralised AI infrastructure for communications service providers, integrating servers, accelerators and software to support scalable workloads, improve operational efficiency and simplify compliance.
Deploying AI to Maximise Logistics Productivity
Advises a people-centred strategy for AI adoption in logistics, prioritising operational efficiency, measurable KPIs and scalable deployments to improve productivity and visibility across supply chains.
AI transformation in telecoms: operational imperatives
Telecoms must embed disciplined, enterprise-wide AI into core operations, align cross-functional governance and pursue phased pilots to achieve efficiency, service personalisation and resilience.
