AI tools help minimize manual iterations and boost productivity from ideation to construction What’s the story Artificial intelligence is transforming architecture by accelerating design, enhancing visualization, and streamlining site analysis. In 2026, tools such as Autodesk Forma and Finch 3D lead the way, allowing architects to create data-driven concepts in minutes. These platforms minimize manual…
AI tools are everywhere, offering to help consumers with everyday needs from household shopping to cooking that night’s dinner. Personal finance platforms are no different: Thirty-seven percent of Americans reported using AI to help manage their finances, according to a survey performed by Ipsos for the bank BMO. Among those who said they used AI,…
envelio, a Cologne-based smart grid software provider, has introduced a new digital planning tool designed to help distribution utilities navigate the rapidly changing conditions of the energy transition. The application, called the Strategic Grid Planner, extends the company’s Intelligent Grid Platform (IGP) and focuses on enabling loadflow-based, multi-year system planning for distribution networks. The launch…
According to Warc’s latest global advertising forecasts, total ad spend is expected to rise by 9.1% in 2026, reaching $1.30tn. This would mark a doubling of the global advertising market since the pandemic, with brands collectively spending the equivalent of roughly $150 per person worldwide as investment continues to shift towards scaled, data-driven media channels….
In 2026, brands are more approachable, eccentric, and unpretentious than ever. “2026 is the year of the normal person,” says Grace Clarke, head of community at Shopify. “Brands are finding more ways to engage with real people in a genuine way. It’s about finding ways to encourage your community to talk about the products, sort…
A new year can be a time of reflection, fresh goals, and exciting new beginnings. With that in mind, I’m delighted to introduce myself as the Group Editorial Director for Healthcare Innovation, Healthcare Purchasing News, and Medical Laboratory Observer. I’ve actually been here for a while working behind the scenes, but as we launch into…
