New Mermaid Short: Hessian Soldier Haunted at Sea by a Rhine Siren
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"The Siren Song: A Hessian Soldier Haunted at Sea" is free to watch on TIME's YouTube

ATLANTA, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A new cinematic short film reframes one of the American Revolution's strangest footnotes as water-spirit folklore: a young Hessian soldier, crossing the Atlantic in 1776, begins to hear a siren call him into the sea.

The Siren Song: A Hessian Soldier Haunted at Sea (~5 minutes) is free on TIME's YouTube:

https://youtu.be/yh2VwOnGOM0

Written by Atlanta filmmaker Hoyt Dwyer, the short treats the Hessian voyage not as a battle reenactment but as a ghost story. German tradition usually keeps the Lorelei and related nixie figures on the Rhine. This film flips the geography: the haunting travels with the soldier (desire, curse, and command) across the ocean toward a war that will not wait for him.

In the piece, a siren (Elsa) pulls at a man torn between love and the army that owns him. Commanders answer the uncanny with force. The folklore question left open is older than 1776: what happens when a water spirit's claim and a human contract collide, and which one the sea honors.

Dwyer framed it for audiences already in mermaid and European folk traditions (Lorelei, Undine, Melusine, Atlantic crossings), not military-history completists alone. "The war is the frame," he said. "The story is the haunting."

Stills and a one-line synopsis available on request.

About Hoyt Dwyer

Hoyt Dwyer is a writer and director based in Atlanta. He studied at FAMU International in Prague.

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PUDU D7 Named Honoree in IFA Innovation Awards for Best in IFA Next &amp; Emerging Technologies
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BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pudu Robotics, a global leader in commercial service robotics, today announced that its PUDU D7 Semi-humanoid Intelligent Robot has been named an Honoree in the Best in IFA Next & Emerging Technologies category of the IFA Innovation Awards. The recognition highlights PUDU D7's ability to combine mobile navigation, dexterous manipulation and intelligent sensing to perform a range of tasks in real-world industrial and commercial environments.

The IFA Innovation Awards recognize outstanding innovations across the global technology landscape. Entries are evaluated by an independent international jury based on criteria including technology and functionality, innovation and originality, and the potential to create tangible value for users and the market. The recognition places PUDU D7 among emerging technologies demonstrating new possibilities for the future of robotics.

From Industrial Operations to Guest Interaction

PUDU D7 is designed for industrial, warehouse, retail and hospitality environments, where it can move through human-oriented spaces and perform tasks that require both mobility and dexterous manipulation.

In industrial and warehouse settings, D7 can handle materials, pick items from shelves, replenish inventory, transport goods between work areas and push carts. With a payload capacity of up to 20 kg (44.1 pounds) and an operating height of up to 2 meters (6.6 feet), it can work with a range of storage systems and materials.

In retail, D7 can support shelf replenishment, item handling and store organization, moving products between storage areas and shelves and helping maintain product displays.

In hotels and hospitality, PUDU D7 can take on the role of an intelligent front-desk host, welcoming guests, preparing and serving coffee, interacting with visitors and providing engaging experiences. Its semi-humanoid form and dual-arm capabilities allow it to combine practical service tasks with natural human-robot interaction, bringing a more personable and engaging presence to the guest experience.

Designed for Adaptable Performance

PUDU D7 combines a dual-arm manipulation system, tactile sensing and a 360-degree perception system to support these applications. Front- and rear-facing LiDAR and other sensors enable navigation around people and obstacles, while tactile sensing provides precise control when handling objects.

The robot also features autonomous battery swapping, allowing it to independently replace its battery and reduce downtime during extended operation.

Together, these capabilities enable D7 to support different tasks across a range of environments without being limited to a single application.

PUDU D7 Makes Its European Debut at IFA

IFA 2026 marks the first time PUDU D7 is being showcased in Europe. At the Pudu Robotics booth, visitors can experience live demonstrations highlighting the robot's capabilities and its potential for human-robot interaction.

D7 interacts directly with visitors through demonstrations including waving, making heart gestures and picking up objects. These demonstrations showcase the robot's ability to combine movement, manipulation and interaction in a human-oriented environment.

Advancing the Next Generation of Intelligent Robotics

The IFA Innovation Awards recognition marks another step in Pudu Robotics' expansion from service delivery, commercial cleaning and industrial delivery into embodied intelligent robotics.

PUDU D7 is part of Pudu Robotics' broader strategy to develop a portfolio of specialized, semi-humanoid and humanoid robots, building on its capabilities in embodied navigation, manipulation and interaction. This approach enables the company to address a broader range of applications across commercial and industrial environments.

Pudu Robotics will continue working with customers and partners worldwide to explore new applications for embodied intelligence and bring increasingly capable robots into real-world environments.

About Pudu Robotics

Pudu Robotics is a global leader in commercial service robotics and the industry's first company to offer a full portfolio spanning specialized, semi-humanoid, and humanoid robots. According to Frost & Sullivan's latest market report, Pudu Robotics ranks No. 1 globally in commercial service robotics by both revenue and shipment volume. Built on its One Brain, Multiple Embodiments architecture, Pudu offers robots for service delivery, commercial cleaning, industrial delivery, and general embodied AI applications across hospitality, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, education, public services, and more. To date, Pudu Robotics has shipped over 130,000 robots to customers across 85+ countries and regions.

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Generations Ahead: Nocpix Teases Its Next-Generation Flagship Thermal Riflescope
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Generations Ahead: Nocpix Teases Its Next-Generation Flagship Thermal Riflescope

WARSAW, Poland, Sept. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nocpix, a developer of advanced outdoor electro-optical imaging technology, has teased the next generation of its flagship thermal riflescope. Built around the needs of serious hunters, the new generation is set to take Nocpix's approach to thermal imaging, precision, and field performance further.

Designed for professional hunters, Nocpix's flagship thermal riflescope platform brings together Nocpix-developed thermal sensors, high-performance optics, and Ocular Zoom within a traditional tube-style riflescope platform, while select models also integrate laser rangefinding and ballistic calculation. From its first generation onward, the series has continued to evolve, driven by one goal — helping hunters see more clearly, make more confident decisions and stay focused on the hunt.

When Specifications Keep Rising, What Comes Next?

In recent years, premium thermal riflescopes have continued to push the boundaries of resolution, sensitivity, detection range and magnification. But as core specifications continue to improve, the questions that matter to hunters are changing: How much detail remains when zooming in? Can imaging and ranging stay reliable in challenging weather? And can hunters move from detecting a target to getting useful information faster and more directly?

The next stage of competition is about more than numbers on a specification sheet.

Turning Technology into Real-World Experience

Nocpix has established a clear direction for its flagship thermal riflescopes: advancing sensing, optics, and viewing while focusing more on how these technologies come together in real-world field use.

With Nocpix-developed thermal sensors, Reality+ imaging, Ocular Zoom, and select-model ranging and ballistic features, it brings key technologies together as one system.

For Nocpix, being "Ahead" is not about bigger numbers, but about turning technology into real improvements hunters can experience in the field.

Where Should the Next Generation Be Ahead?

The next-generation thermal riflescope will continue to push core performance forward — from thermal sensitivity, image detail and higher-magnification performance to more reliable ranging in challenging conditions.

But performance is only part of the story. The next-generation product is being developed around a bigger question: how can technology help hunters see more, make decisions faster, and stay focused on the hunt?

Nocpix has already taken one step ahead. Now, Nocpix is taking the next.

More will be revealed soon.

Generations Ahead.

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Nocpix Marketing Department

Email: info@nocpix.com

Website: www.nocpix.com

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MERACH Introduces the UltraWalk W60 Plus - A Walking Pad Designed for the Modern Home and Home Office
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Featuring a brushless motor engineered for up to 15,000 hours of operation, quiet 53 dB performance, electronic incline adjustment and integrated entertainment, MERACH brings its new flagship walking pad to Europe for the first time. An €80 Early Bird saving is available during the launch period.

BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MERACH celebrates the European premiere of the UltraWalk W60 Plus on the first day of IFA Berlin 2026. Designed for people looking to incorporate more movement into everyday life, particularly while working from home, the UltraWalk W60 Plus combines a long-lasting brushless motor, quiet operation, electronic incline adjustment and a spacious walking surface in a compact design. The UltraWalk W60 Plus is available for pre-order in Europe until September 20, 2026, at an Early Bird price of €379.99, reduced from its €459.99 RRP.

Designed to Make Everyday Movement Easier

"With the UltraWalk W60 Plus, we wanted to create a walking pad that fits naturally into everyday life rather than requiring people to set aside dedicated time for exercise," said the Co-founder Mr. Xue. "For people who spend long hours at a desk, being able to walk while working or during short breaks offers a simple way to add more movement to the day. At the same time, we focused heavily on durability, quiet performance and thoughtful design."

Durability at the Core of the Design

At the heart of the W60 Plus is a brushless motor with a peak output of 3.5 HP and an integrated Hall sensor. The sensor enables precise and consistent speed control, including at lower walking speeds.

The drive system is supported by a convection cooling system with two ventilation openings, helping dissipate heat during extended use. The walking pad is designed to support continuous operation for up to three hours.

The system is complemented by 42 mm XL drive rollers, which are designed to reduce starting load on the drive system and contribute to smooth operation. The W60 Plus supports a maximum user weight of 150 kg.

About MERACH

MERACH is a specialist in smart home fitness equipment, offering a range of rowing machines, exercise bikes, treadmills and ellipticals. The brand is among the best-selling brands in the home fitness market For more information, visit merachfit.eu

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ATTACK SHARK Announces Strategic Partnership with Cloud9 Esports' League of Legends Team
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NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- High-performance gaming peripheral brand ATTACK SHARK today announced a partnership with leading esports organization Cloud9 Esports. Focused on Cloud9's League of Legends team, the collaboration will showcase professional gaming insights, esports culture, and competitive gear content across digital, social media, and e-commerce channels.

A Championship Legacy in North American Esports

Founded in 2013, Cloud9 Kia has grown into one of North America's most iconic esports organizations. Originally established through League of Legends, it has built a global reputation through competitive success, including 6 League Championship Series (LCS) titles, 10 World Championship appearances, the 2018 ELEAGUE Major Boston title, the inaugural Overwatch League championship, and a Rocket League World Championship. Cloud9 Kia remains one of North America's most influential League of Legends teams.

Deep Collaboration: From Pro Scenes to Player Communities

The partnership will center on professional player training, competitive performance, and player-focused content. ATTACK SHARK will equip the Cloud9 League of Legends team with its latest gaming peripherals to support daily training and competitive preparation.

By combining Cloud9's professional competitive expertise with ATTACK SHARK's focus on hardware innovation, the partnership aims to explore the increasing demands placed on gaming equipment in high-level esports environments. Trusted by over 10 million players worldwide, ATTACK SHARK translates professional esports insights into accessible, high-performance gaming peripherals for competitive gamers.

"At Cloud9 Kia, we believe gaming can unlock the best in everyone. ATTACK SHARK is on a mission to make high-performance mice and keyboards accessible to all gamers, and that's the same idea from two directions. I'm proud to have them alongside Cloud9 Kia, and excited for all of the amazing peripherals this partnership will put into our fan's hands," said Jonathan Tran, President of Cloud9.

"Partnering with Cloud9 Kia is a significant milestone for ATTACK SHARK," said Gavin Cheng, CEO and Co-Founder of ATTACK SHARK. "Their competitive spirit, professionalism, and relentless pursuit of excellence closely align with the values that have guided ATTACK SHARK from the beginning. This collaboration creates an opportunity to learn from professional competition and share those insights with players around the world."

The partnership represents a deeper investment by ATTACK SHARK in the global esports ecosystem. Together, ATTACK SHARK and Cloud9 Kia will continue creating new experiences for competitive players and gaming communities worldwide.

For more information, visit https://attackshark.com/ or connect with the brand on social media and Discord.

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Midea Unveils VitaBreeze: An AC Beyond Cooling and Heating
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BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea is set to revolutionize home climate control with the launch of VitaBreeze, its newest air conditioning system designed to deliver truly personalized comfort across every corner of the room and season. The product makes its global debut at IFA 2026 and will be available across Europe from early 2027.

A New Era of Adaptive Comfort

Modern households demand more than basic heating and cooling. Today's consumers expect intelligent systems that adapt to their lifestyles, reduce energy consumption, and maintain optimal indoor conditions year-round. VitaBreeze answers this call with a suite of innovative technologies that transform how we experience indoor climate.

Whether directing cool air precisely where needed during yoga practice or eliminating drafts while relaxing on the sofa, VitaBreeze responds to individual preferences with unprecedented flexibility. The system recognizes that comfort extends beyond temperature control—it's about balancing humidity levels that vary by season and location, ensuring children's rooms remain cozy even during dehumidification on rainy days.

Breakthrough Technologies

AirGrid Intelligence: VitaBreeze maps room layouts and enables visual airflow control via smartphone. Users can direct air exactly where they want it, making climate management intuitive and engaging.

Wide-Angle Coverage: An extra-wide distribution angle ensures every corner receives consistent conditioning, while intelligent person detection allows airflow to follow or avoid occupants based on preference.

Breezeless Pro Evolution: The latest generation of Midea's signature draft-free technology increases air outlet area by 30%, dispersing cool air through strategically arranged micro-perforations to create gentle, multi-directional breezes without uncomfortable direct blasts—delivering full cooling performance instantly upon startup.

ClimaBalance Precision: Unlike traditional dehumidification that inadvertently lowers room temperature, this function maintains precise thermal stability while actively removing excess moisture, ensuring consistent comfort without compromise.

ECOMASTER 2.0 Efficiency: Building on Midea's patented algorithm, this predictive climate control system optimizes energy use by responding to current and anticipated conditions with proactive micro-adjustments. By eliminating energy waste at the micro-level, it achieves exceptional overall efficiency.

Designed for European Homes

VitaBreeze combines cutting-edge technology with contemporary aesthetics, featuring softer edges and refined styling that seamlessly integrates with modern interior design, reflecting Midea's commitment to the European market's aesthetic preferences.

Discover the future of personalized climate management at IFA 2026. VitaBreeze arrives in European homes in early 2027.

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KfW Research: Deutsche Mittelständler richten Auslandsgeschäft neu aus
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Frankfurt am Main (ots)

- Fast ein Drittel der Unternehmen rechnet mit sinkenden Auslandsumsätzen in den kommenden Jahren

- Diversifizierung der Exportmärkte ist in vollem Gange

- Deutlich steigender Anteil der Unternehmen plant Verlagerung von Aktivitäten ins Ausland

Geopolitische Krisen und Konflikte, handelspolitische Unsicherheiten und der wachsende Konkurrenzdruck aus China belasten den deutschen Außenhandel nachhaltig. Insgesamt 30 Prozent der deutschen Mittelständler mit Auslandsgeschäft gehen daher davon aus, dass ihre grenzüberschreitenden Umsätze in den kommenden drei Jahren sinken werden. Davon rechnen 6 Prozent sogar mit einem starken Rückgang. Ein Wachstum ihrer Auslandsumsätze sehen knapp ein Viertel aller auslandsaktiven Mittelständler, 47 Prozent erwarten keine Veränderungen.

Das sind Ergebnisse einer neuen Studie von KfW Research zum Auslandsgeschäft des deutschen Mittelstands. Die Befragung der Unternehmen fand im Januar 2026 statt, also noch vor Beginn des Kriegs im Iran. Seitdem dürften sich die Einschätzungen noch einmal zum Negativen verändert haben.

Teile des Mittelstands reagieren bereits auf das sich verändernde Umfeld und richten ihr Auslandsgeschäft neu aus. So haben knapp 16 Prozent der Auslandsaktiven in den vergangenen fünf Jahren neue Exportmärkte erschlossen oder neue Kunden im Ausland dazugewonnen; 7 Prozent planen, dies zu tun. Etwa doppelt so viele planen eine stärkere Ausrichtung auf den EU-Binnenmarkt.

Vor allem das Verarbeitende Gewerbe, das rund 43 Prozent der gesamten mittelständischen Auslandsumsätze erwirtschaftet, spürt Veränderungsdruck und passt sich dementsprechend insbesondere durch Diversifizierung seiner Exportmärkte an.

Besorgniserregend ist, dass eine zunehmende Zahl der Mittelständler eine (teilweise) Verlagerung ihrer Tätigkeiten ins Ausland plant. In den vergangenen fünf Jahren haben das nur 4 Prozent aller Auslandsaktiven getan. 12 Prozent gaben allerdings an, dies für die kommenden fünf Jahre zu planen, im Verarbeitenden Gewerbe sogar 29 Prozent.

Zwar werden nicht alle Unternehmen ihre Pläne umsetzen. Geht man davon aus, dass nur jedes zweite Unternehmen den bestehenden Plan durchführt, so hieße das dennoch, dass innerhalb der kommenden fünf Jahre rund 7 Prozent der mittelständischen Industriebetriebe einen Teil ihrer Produktion ins Ausland verlagern könnten.

"Die Zahl der mittelständischen Industrieunternehmen, die über eine Verlagerung ihrer Tätigkeiten ins Ausland nachdenkt, nimmt zu. Für Wachstum und Wohlstand in Deutschland ist das eine bedenkliche Entwicklung", sagt Dr. Dirk Schumacher, Chefvolkswirt der KfW. "Die Politik sollte alle vorhandene Gestaltungsmacht nutzen, um einer Deindustrialisierung entgegenzuwirken. Wichtigste Stellschraube ist die Stärkung der Wettbewerbsfähigkeit des Standorts Deutschland. Stichwörter sind hier Bürokratieabbau, eine Senkung der Energie- und Arbeitskosten sowie eine Reduktion der Steuern und Abgaben. Zudem ist ein gezielter Einsatz von handels- und industriepolitischen Instrumenten notwendig, um Unternehmen vor Benachteiligungen im internationalen Handel zu schützen."

Insgesamt sind (Stand 2024) etwa 21 Prozent der knapp 3,9 Millionen Mittelständler im Ausland aktiv. Im Verarbeitenden Gewerbe sind es mit rund 46 Prozent der Unternehmen überproportional viele.

Im Jahr 2024, dem letzten mit verfügbaren Zahlen, lagen die Auslandsumsätze des deutschen Mittelstands laut der Studie bei 699 Milliarden Euro. Im Vergleich zu 2023 war das eine Seitwärtsbewegung, inflationsbereinigt sanken die Umsätze jedoch um 2,9 Prozent. Ein Drittel der auslandsaktiven Unternehmen verzeichnete im Jahr 2025 laut der Befragung vom Januar 2026 einen weiteren Rückgang der Umsätze im Vergleich zum Vorjahr. Steigende Auslandsumsätze konnte nur ein gutes Fünftel der Unternehmen feststellen.

Die aktuelle Studie ist abrufbar unter: KfW-Internationalisierungsbericht | KfW

Dem KfW-Internationalisierungsbericht liegen die Daten der jüngsten Befragungswelle des KfW-Mittelstandspanels (10. Februar 2025 bis 20. Juni 2025) sowie einer Sonderbefragung zum Auslandsgeschäft (12. Januar 2026 bis 21. Januar 2026) zugrunde. Für das Mittelstandspanel befragt KfW Research seit 2002 jedes Jahr kleine und mittlere Unternehmen aus allen Wirtschaftszweigen und Größenklassen. Details: www.kfw.de/mittelstandspanel

Die KfW unterstützt im Auftrag des Bundes den Mittelstand mit zahlreichen Förderprogrammen. Weitere Informationen unter Wir stärken den Mittelstand

Pressekontakt:

KfW, Palmengartenstr. 5 - 9, 60325 Frankfurt

Konzernkommunikation und Markensteuerung (KK), Nina Luttmer,

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KfW: Frankfurt am Main (ots) - - Fast ein Drittel der Unternehmen rechnet mit sinkenden Auslandsumsätzen in den kommenden Jahren - Diversifizierung der Exportmärkte ist in vollem Gange - Deutlich steigender Anteil der Unternehmen plant Verlagerung von ...

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MOVA auf der IFA 2026 / Geboren im KI-Zeitalter: Schon seit der Gründung 2024 entwickelt MOVA seine Saug- und Mähroboter AI-first
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MOVA auf der IFA 2026

Geboren im KI-Zeitalter: Schon seit der Gründung 2024 entwickelt MOVA seine Saug- und Mähroboter AI-first

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Wer derzeit auf der IFA in Berlin am MOVA-Stand vorbeikommt, stößt auf Robotik-Visionen, die deutlich über das hinausgehen, was heutige Saug- und Mähroboter leisten. Konzepte wie TactiPercept, Knot 80 und AstraX zeigen, wie Roboter ihre Umgebung künftig nicht nur erfassen, sondern immer besser verstehen, mit ihr interagieren und sich an sie anpassen können.

Dass MOVA solche Ideen vergleichsweise schnell in reale Produkte übersetzen könnte, erscheint dabei keineswegs abwegig. Die Marke wurde erst 2024 gegründet - mitten im KI-Zeitalter und ohne technologische Altlasten. KI, Sensorik und Robotik wurden deshalb von Beginn an gemeinsam gedacht. In nur zwei Jahren hat MOVA ein breites Portfolio aufgebaut und sich insbesondere mit fortschrittlichen Technologien wie LiDAR-basierten Mährobotern einen Namen gemacht.

Im Interview erklärt Lucy Wang, Product Manager im Product Development Team (PDT) von MOVA, welchen Vorteil dieser "AI-first"-Start bietet, warum die Marke Produkte lieber von Grund auf neu denkt - und weshalb neue KI-Technologien möglichst nicht nur den teuersten Modellen vorbehalten bleiben sollen.

Lucy, wie bist du zu MOVA gekommen - und was genau machst du dort?

Für mich bot MOVA eine seltene Gelegenheit: eine Marke für den globalen Markt von Grund auf mit aufzubauen - mit umfassender Robotik- und KI-Technologie als technologischem Kern.

Bei MOVA bin ich für die Produktplanung, unsere globale Marktstrategie, die marktübergreifende Produkteinführung sowie die Analyse von Markt- und Nutzerbedürfnissen verantwortlich. Vereinfacht gesagt bilde ich die Schnittstelle zwischen unseren R&D-Teams und den Nutzern weltweit. Es geht darum sicherzustellen, dass unsere Innovationen tatsächlich konkrete Herausforderungen im Alltag lösen.

MOVA gibt es erst seit rund zwei Jahren. Trotzdem hat die Marke bereits ein großes Produktportfolio aufgebaut und sich unter anderem bei LiDAR-basierten Mährobotern etabliert. Was steckt hinter diesem schnellen Wachstum?

Unser Wachstum basiert im Wesentlichen auf drei Säulen: nutzerzentrierter Innovation, einer starken eigenen Robotikkompetenz und einer von Anfang an global ausgerichteten Denkweise.

Wir verstehen MOVA nicht einfach als weitere Haushaltsgerätemarke, sondern als globale, KI-getriebene Smart-Living-Marke im Premiumsegment, die intelligente Roboter für die physische Welt entwickelt.

MOVA musste bei seiner Gründung keine bestehenden Produktlinien oder älteren Technologien berücksichtigen. Welchen Einfluss hat dieser Ausgangspunkt auf die Produktentwicklung?

Dieser Start ohne technologische Altlasten ist aus unserer Sicht ein großer strategischer Vorteil.

Viele etablierte Unternehmen müssen bestehende Produktlinien weiterführen und ältere Plattformen berücksichtigen. Unser R&D-Team konnte dagegen ohne diesen technischen Ballast starten. Neue Entwicklungen müssen nicht an ältere Hardwarearchitekturen angepasst werden.

Dadurch können wir von Beginn an zukunftsorientierte Architekturen einsetzen. Statt bestehende Produkte schrittweise zu verändern, betrachten wir ein Anwendungsszenario zunächst neu, wählen dafür die geeigneten Sensorik- und Robotiktechnologien aus und entwickeln darauf langfristig ausgelegte Produktplattformen.

Das ist beispielsweise einer der Gründe, warum wir sehr schnell LiDAR-basierte Mähroboter und weitere Lösungen einer neuen Generation auf den Markt bringen konnten.

Wurde KI dadurch ebenfalls von Anfang an anders in die Produkte integriert? Was macht, in einem Satz zusammengefasst, ein typisches MOVA-Produkt aus?

Absolut. Für MOVA war KI nie ein Marketing-Feature, das nachträglich ergänzt wurde. Wir haben von Beginn an eine wahrnehmungsbasierte KI für die physische Welt in unsere grundlegenden Produktarchitekturen integriert.

Unsere Roboter sollen ihre reale Umgebung wahrnehmen, verstehen und darin intelligente Entscheidungen treffen - anstatt lediglich Daten auf einem Bildschirm zu verarbeiten.

Ein typisches MOVA-Produkt verbindet für mich menschenzentrierte, wahrnehmungsbasierte Roboterintelligenz mit zukunftsorientierter Technologie und einem eleganten, benutzerfreundlichen Design. Das Ziel ist, Menschen lästige und wiederkehrende Aufgaben abzunehmen.

Auf der IFA zeigt MOVA mit TactiPercept, Knot 80 und AstraX sehr unterschiedliche Konzepte. Welche gemeinsame Zukunftsvision verbindet sie?

Auch wenn diese Technologien für sehr unterschiedliche Anwendungsszenarien entwickelt wurden, verbindet sie ein gemeinsames Thema: die Weiterentwicklung multisensorischer Intelligenz für die physische Welt.

Bei allen drei Konzepten geht es um die Frage, wie Roboter ihre reale, oft unstrukturierte Umgebung besser wahrnehmen, mit ihr interagieren und sich an sie anpassen können.

Wie sieht die langfristige Vision von MOVA aus?

Unser Ziel ist es, adaptive Roboterintelligenz, die ihre physische Umgebung versteht, zu einem selbstverständlichen Bestandteil des Alltags in Haushalten weltweit zu machen.

Dafür investieren wir weiter stark in Umgebungswahrnehmung, mobile Robotik und KI für die reale Welt. Gleichzeitig wollen wir über einzelne Reinigungsgeräte hinausgehen und intelligente Lösungen für immer mehr Bereiche entwickeln - im Haus, im Garten und in weiteren Alltagssituationen.

Dabei ist uns ein Punkt besonders wichtig: bahnbrechende KI-Funktionen sollen über unterschiedliche Preisklassen hinweg verfügbar werden.

Letztlich soll unsere Technologie repetitive und zeitraubende Aufgaben übernehmen, damit Menschen ihre Zeit und Energie für die Dinge einsetzen können, die ihnen wirklich wichtig sind.

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MOVA: Berlin (ots) - Wer derzeit auf der IFA in Berlin am MOVA-Stand vorbeikommt, stößt auf Robotik-Visionen, die deutlich über das hinausgehen, was heutige Saug- und Mähroboter leisten. Konzepte wie TactiPercept, Knot 80 und AstraX zeigen, wie ...

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Over 400 media professionals seek new drivers for Asia-Pacific growth
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Over 400 media professionals seek new drivers for Asia-Pacific growth

GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a news report from South:

According to Xinhua News Agency, the Asia-Pacific Media Forum will kick off in Shenzhen on September 5.

Over 400 domestic and foreign media professionals will gather in Shenzhen to explore China's opportunities and identify new growth drivers for the Asia-Pacific within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

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TECNO Wins Two IFA Global Product Technology Innovation Awards for Modular Phone and Tonino Lamborghini TECNO TAURUS
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TECNO Wins Two IFA Global Product Technology Innovation Awards for Modular Phone and Tonino Lamborghini TECNO TAURUS

BERLIN, Sept. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TECNO, a global AI-driven innovative technology brand, achieved two IFA Global Product Technology Innovation Awards at IFA 2026:

Tonino Lamborghini TECNO TAURUS took the Miniaturized Gaming PC Technology Innovation Gold Award, standing out with its Italian aesthetics and exceptional performance in the compact body. The TECNO Modular Phone was honored with the Ultra-Slim Magnetic Modular Technology Innovation Gold Award, praised for its ultra-slim craftsmanship and unique modular magnetic technology.

These awards once again demonstrate TECNO's sustained breakthroughs in product innovation and industry-leading craftsmanship in design excellence. The Global Product Technology Innovation Awards were established in 2014 by IDG, IFA, and DIHK to celebrate excellence across the global consumer electronics industry. The awards honor products that set new industry benchmarks and drive innovation through intelligent technology and user-centric design.

TECNO Modular Phone: The World's Thinnest Modular Smartphone

At just 4.9mm, the TECNO Modular Phone is powered by proprietary Modular Magnetic Interconnection Technology. It combines a precision magnetic array with pogo-pin connectors, offering a flexible ecosystem for different needs. The host retains a 3000–4000mAh battery, while modules draw power directly for a snap-and-go experience. It also resolves the inherent conflict between rising AI computing demands and limited device space.

The technology has earned over 20 accolades from leading media, with CNET and Yanko Design naming it the Best of MWC 2026, and The Verge recognizing it as the Best Mobile Tech at MWC 2026.

Tonino Lamborghini TECNO TAURUS: One of the World's Smallest Water-Cooling Gaming Mini-PCs

At around 6.36 liters, the panoramic transparent chassis of the Tonino Lamborghini TECNO TAURUS fuses iconic Italian design with raw engineering. Powered by the Intel® Core™ i9-13900HK and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060 (614 AI TOPS, 145W TGP, DLSS 4), it achieves the pinnacle of performance, providing a high-fidelity gaming experience and high-efficiency AI workstation. The water-cooling system sustains peak frequencies, while 15 ports and WiFi 6E deliver connectivity. It was recognized with Yanko Design's Best of MWC award.

In addition, TECNO made waves at IFA with the Next-Gen Bezelless Concept Phone featuring a revolutionary 0mm screen bezel, and the convertible laptop MEGABOOK T15 360 Pro. Relentlessly pushing the boundaries of design, performance, and AI innovation, TECNO is pioneering limitless possibilities for futuristic technology.

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