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Pudu Robotics Debuts D7 Semi-Humanoid Robot at IFA 2026 in Berlin

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Pudu Robotics unveiled the European debut of its PUDU D7 semi-humanoid robot at IFA 2026, showcasing a portfolio that has already shipped more than 130,000 units across 85 countries and 1,000 cities.

PUDU D7 wins IFA Innovation Award honor in embodied AI category

The next-generation robot, designed to perceive surroundings, interact with people and manipulate objects, was named an IFA Innovation Award Honoree in the IFA NEXT & Emerging Tech category. At the Berlin booth, D7 performs live demonstrations including taking photos with visitors, self-perspective selfies, heart-hand gestures and object pickup on request.

ToolDance Launches X1 Desktop CNC Mill at IFA 2026 in Berlin

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- ToolDance unveiled its flagship X1 Smart Desktop CNC Mill at IFA 2026 in Berlin, targeting engineers, makers, and small manufacturers with a machine that delivers ±0.01mm positioning repeatability.

X1 spindle reaches 24,000rpm while retaining torque for roughing operations

The X1 is built around a 1,500W permanent magnet synchronous motor spindle that maintains torque at low speeds for heavy material removal and scales up to 24,000rpm for finishing passes. Its three-axis work envelope measures 400 x 265 x 180mm, sized for fixtures, molds, machine plates, and multi-part production runs. The machine accepts tool shanks up to 10mm, widening the range of cutters available for larger jobs, and supports both dry and flood-coolant machining across metals, wood, and engineering plastics.

Hyundai Steel Breaks Ground on $5.8B Louisiana EAF Mill

Ascension Parish, Louisiana – September 09, 2026 -- Hyundai Steel Company held a ceremonial launch for a $5.8 billion Electric Arc Furnace-based integrated steel mill in Louisiana, marking the first facility of its kind in North America.

Joint venture targets 2029 commercial output at 2.7 million metric tons

The mill will be operated by HYUNDAI-POSCO Louisiana Steel LLC (HPLS), a joint venture between Hyundai Steel, POSCO, Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation. Commercial production is targeted for 2029 with annual capacity of 2.7 million metric tons of hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel sheets aimed primarily at automotive applications.

Chery-Backed DELIVAN to Unveil EV Vans at IAA Transportation 2026

Liverpool – September 09, 2026 -- DELIVAN, the European-focused commercial vehicle brand backed by Chery Holding, will unveil its first production models at IAA Transportation 2026, following its global debut at the Birmingham Commercial Vehicle Show in April 2026. DELIVAN operates as a subsidiary of Chery Commercial Vehicle.

DELIVAN to reveal two fully electric production vans in different size classes

The two production vehicles represent distinct segments of DELIVAN's planned European lineup and are designed to address varied professional use cases. Four converted variants will accompany the base models, demonstrating the platform's adaptability for specialized applications.

AtomVie Opens $160M Radiopharma Plant, North America's Largest CDMO Site

Hamilton, Ontario – September 09, 2026 -- AtomVie Global Radiopharma has opened a new $160 million manufacturing facility in Hamilton, Ontario, that the company calls the largest single-site radiopharmaceutical CDMO plant in North America.

New 72,300-square-foot plant multiplies manufacturing capacity tenfold

The purpose-built facility at 10 Aeropark Boulevard spans 72,300 square feet and increases AtomVie's manufacturing capacity by more than ten times its previous output. The site is designed to handle low- to high-volume production runs and supports a continuous path from early-stage clinical development through commercial-scale manufacturing.

Rho Adds Credit Card and Google Pay Payments to Invoicing Platform

New York – September 09, 2026 -- Rho now lets Rho Invoicing customers accept credit card, debit card, and Google Pay payments directly on invoices, adding to existing ACH and wire options within the same banking account.

Card payments carry a 2.9% plus $0.30 processing fee paid by the invoicing business

The fee is deducted from the payment before funds deposit into the business's account, while inbound ACH and wire transfers remain free. Payers are not shown a surcharge at checkout. Card payments apply only to USD-denominated invoices and are capped at a default daily limit of $10,000 across a business's invoices, with higher limits available on request.

Grundig Unveils IFA 2026 Lineup as Beko-Changhong Alliance Deepens

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Grundig, the European premium home appliance brand, unveiled a new product lineup at IFA 2026 spanning televisions, refrigerators, washer-dryers and air conditioners, marking a new phase in the strategic alliance between parent company Beko and Chinese manufacturer Changhong.

Changhong secures Grundig brand license for select categories and markets

The IFA showcase confirmed that Changhong has been granted a license to operate under the Grundig brand in certain product categories and markets. The arrangement combines Changhong's research, manufacturing and supply-chain capabilities with Grundig's European market heritage, with both companies stating the alliance will expand Grundig's commercial reach across Europe and other international markets.

Dahua Expands AIoT Portfolio With Wireless Security Lineup at IFA 2026

Berlin – September 09, 2026 -- Dahua Technology is showcasing an expanded lineup of wireless surveillance, intrusion alarm, video intercom, monitor, and fire safety products at IFA Berlin 2026, running September 4-8 at booth H1.2-173.

WITHS wireless system cuts installation costs through app-based control

The WITHS portfolio supports Wi-Fi, 4G, and Dahua's DMSS app, reducing cabling requirements for smaller deployments while offering NVR-based management for larger installations. Intelligent features include human, pet, and vehicle detection, auto tracking, gesture and facial recognition, AOV/AOR recording, and two-way talk, with solar-powered and high-capacity battery options for off-grid use.

SDK.finance Launches Standalone Real-Time General Ledger for FinTechs

Vilnius, Lithuania – September 09, 2026 -- SDK.finance has launched SDK.finance General Ledger, a standalone real-time accounting module designed for banks, electronic money institutions (EMIs), payment service providers (PSPs) and other financial businesses running complex, multi-rail products.

New module converts business events into balanced double-entry journal entries automatically

The event-driven system consumes transaction data from an existing core banking system, payment platform, digital wallet or other transaction engine and translates it into balanced double-entry journal entries using configurable accounting determinations and mapping rules. Entries are validated for debit-credit balance, posted automatically when configured, and used to update account balances and turnovers in real time.

Emdoor Expands Rugged PC ODM Line, Hits 400 Units Daily

Shenzhen – September 08, 2026 -- Emdoor Information now processes more than 400 customized rugged computing devices per day through a dedicated ODM workshop, with standard configurations shippable within 7 days, the company said.

Dedicated workshop cuts delivery times for customized rugged devices

The facility is organized into five functional zones -- order preparation, hardware modification, testing and system flashing, quality inspection, and shipment -- allowing each order to be tracked through the modification process. Orders of 10 units or more undergo sampled testing of 3 devices per 10-unit batch, while orders under 10 units receive full inspection. Standard customization projects ship within 7 days, while deeper hardware and software integration work takes 7 to 30 days.