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• [New] By strengthening domestic component manufacturing, India will gain greater control over the technological infrastructure that powers essential sectors such as smartphones, drones, robotics, artificial intelligence, smart infrastructure and advanced defence systems. Organiser
• [New] India has set an ambitious goal of building a $500 billion electronics manufacturing ecosystem by 2030-31. Organiser
• [New] As India advances initiatives such as Digital India, smart cities and AI-driven governance, domestic hardware manufacturing will become a cornerstone of national technological independence and long-term economic resilience. Organiser
• [New] As domestic industries gain access to reliable and cost-effective components, the global competitiveness of Indian manufacturing will increase, thus allowing Indian companies to compete more effectively in international markets. Organiser
• [New] As India expands its drone ecosystem under initiatives like Drone Shakti and defence modernization programmes, domestic component manufacturing will play a critical enabling role. Organiser
• [New] With global smartphone demand expected to remain strong, India's ability to manufacture both devices and components will strengthen its position as a global production hub. Organiser
• [New] The Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme, strengthened with an outlay of Rs40,000 crore in the Union Budget 2026-27, represents a strategic intervention aimed at transforming India into a global hub for advanced manufacturing. Organiser
• [New] The European Union's circular economy action plan specifically identifies 3D printing textiles as a key technology for achieving sustainability targets by 2030. openpr
• [New] Tesla plans to deploy Optimus robots inside its own factories, where repetitive and ergonomically challenging tasks are common. TESMAG
• [New] If progress appears tangible-robots performing real work, not just staged demos - the thesis that Tesla will be a major robotics player gains credibility. / USA TESMAG
• [New] If Tesla can operate a robotaxi network, license its autonomy stack, or deploy armies of Optimus robots, the revenue per unit of hardware deployed could be far higher than what it gains from car sales alone. TESMAG
• [New] BMW has announced it will deploy humanoid robots on the factory line at its plant in Leipzig. Dedicated Follower of Tech
• [New] In 2026, humanoid robots could finally move beyond prototypes and spectacular demonstrations to become essential players in industry, services, and even daily life. Robot Magazine
• [New] At a reported valuation above US$ 60 billion, investors are effectively betting that the future of warfare will be defined less by the biggest factory and more by the most advanced code. BNN Bloomberg
• Waymo plans to continue expanding its autonomous ride-hailing services to additional cities in the U.S. and internationally, as well as scaling up production of its vehicles to meet growing demand. National Today
• Mexico, with its manufacturing base and proximity to US auto plants, could become a hub for upgrading and component production-if regulatory stability is ensured. Wilson Center
• Multiply Labs today has announced an agreement with AstraZeneca to evaluate the potential for applying GMP-ready robotic systems to commercial-scale cell therapy manufacturing. The Medicine Maker
• By technology, artificial intelligence / machine learning is projected to grow at a remarkable CAGR of 17.5% between 2025 and 2034. Precedence Research
• The Mine Automation and Robotics is growing at a 14.0% during the forecasted period of 2025 to 2033. HTF MI
• Global robotics revenues will increase from USD 100 billion today to approximately USD 2.6 trillion by 2035 - a 25-fold increase - and further to roughly USD 25 trillion by 2050, representing another tenfold expansion from 2035 levels. DJE Kapital AG
• By 2026, robotics will reach an inflection point that extends far beyond traditional mechanical engineering cycles. DJE Kapital AG
• The solar sector employed almost 650,000 people in the EU in 2022, with projections of 1 million jobs by 2025 and potentially 1.6 million by 2027 under High Scenario, reflecting strong job creation potential across manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and operations. Persistence Market Research
• Electric vehicles could become cheaper to produce than internal-combustion cars by around 2027, as battery prices fall and manufacturing efficiencies improve. Davis Vanguard

Last updated: 08 March 2026