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Successful, Scalable Manufacturing AI Deployment Demands Data Preparation

Manufacturing AI Success Relies on Data Preparation: How MES Creates Scalable Intelligence The Manufacturing Data Paradox: Abundant Information, Scarce Insights…

by Erica LangOctober 14, 2025

Business Economy and Trading

Manufacturing Technology Orders Surge 36% in August 2025 Despite Economic Headwinds

New orders for manufacturing technology reached $529.4 million in August 2025, marking a 36.2% monthly increase and demonstrating remarkable sector resilience. Despite headwinds including federal shutdowns and tariff uncertainties, year-to-date orders totaled $3.44 billion, an 18.3% increase over 2024 levels.

The U.S. manufacturing technology sector demonstrated remarkable resilience in August 2025 as new orders surged to $529.4 million, representing a substantial 36.2% increase from July 2025 and nearly 45% growth compared to August 2024. According to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, this performance underscores the sector’s strength despite mounting economic uncertainties and numerous headwinds affecting industrial investment decisions.

Historic Performance Context

by Michael TurnerOctober 14, 2025

Arts and Entertainment Business

AI Job Cuts Surge in September: Career Strategies and Workplace Trends

Artificial intelligence drove 7,000 job cuts in September alone, a dramatic increase from earlier in 2025. Discover how professionals are adapting their careers and which unexpected groups are embracing LinkedIn for career announcements.

The rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence adoption is creating significant workforce disruption, with September 2025 marking a concerning milestone. According to new data from outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, AI specifically accounted for 7,000 job eliminations in just one month—a sharp increase from the approximately 10,000 layoffs attributed to AI across the first seven months of the year. This doesn’t include an additional 20,000 roles cut due to broader technological advancements, many of which likely involved AI components.

Understanding the AI Employment Impact

by Erica LangOctober 14, 2025

Economy and Trading Policy

Alternative Economic Indicators: 11 Unconventional Metrics to Track During Government Shutdowns

** As government shutdowns halt official economic data, investors and policymakers are turning to alternative indicators ranging from private payroll reports to men’s underwear sales. These unconventional metrics offer unique insights when traditional compass points disappear.

The Data Void: Why Alternative Economic Indicators Matter During Shutdowns

When the Bureau of Labor Statistics halts its regular reports during government shutdowns, investors and policymakers face a significant challenge. The current government shutdown has entered its 14th day with predictions suggesting it could last 30 days or more, creating a critical data vacuum at a time when the economy is transitioning from tight monetary policy. Without official statistics on employment, inflation, and growth, market participants must rely on alternative measures to gauge economic health.

by Michael TurnerOctober 14, 2025

Arts and Entertainment Policy

AI Race Heats Up With U.S. Megadeals Vs. China’s Open Source

AI Race Intensifies: U.S. Megadeals vs. China’s Open Source Strategy Global AI Competition Takes Divergent Paths The artificial intelligence landscape…

by Michael TurnerOctober 14, 2025

Cybersecurity Software Guides

Discord Data Breach: 5CA Denies Responsibility for 70,000 Government ID Exposures

Discord’s recent data breach exposing 70,000 government IDs has taken a controversial turn. Customer service partner 5CA now claims their systems weren’t involved in the incident, directly contradicting Discord’s official statements about the security failure.

The recent data breach affecting popular communication platform Discord has escalated into a public dispute between the company and its customer service partner. What began as a straightforward security incident announcement has transformed into conflicting narratives about responsibility and system vulnerabilities.