Lear Corporation, a global automotive technology player in Seating and E-Systems, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire WIP Industrial Automation, a privately held Spain-based systems integrator that specializes in advanced automation solutions for industrial applications. The transaction, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions, is expected to close by the third quarter of 2024.

Advantech announced a strategic collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies to revolutionize the edge computing landscape. This effort, combining AI expertise, high-performance computing (HPC), and industrial connectivity, intends to propel innovation for industrial computing.