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March 4, 2025
AI is captivating innovators and market analysts with the potential to revolutionize industries and drive economic growth. While still in the early stages, the spread of AI-ready machines is accelerating. In October/November alone, 43 Percent of global smartphone revenue came from AI-enabled devices. Yet, there’s significant regional diversity: 65 Percent of smartphones in developed Asia are AI-ready, while Latin America lags at...
December 17, 2024
The smart home technology market continues to stand out as a dynamic growth sector amidst a consolidating consumer tech landscape. While demand for smart home products slowed after the peak years of 2020 and 2021, recovery is now on the horizon. In the first half of 2024, smart home product sales in the EU7 markets generated $13.9 billion in revenue — a year-on-year growth of 6.5 percent. This contrasts sharply with the global Tech & Durables (T&D) market,...
German article below Imagine you are holding a next-gen smartphone in your hand: Improved technology, an even slimmer design, the best display yet – and the price? Higher than ever before. This reflects the trend in 2024. The smartphone market experienced a significant increase in value of 3% in the first eight months, although demand grew only by a moderate 1.6%. A clear sign that consumers are willing to dig deeper into their pockets. The average price of smartphones...
October 21, 2024
The pitch battles at IFA Next were spectacular. Innovators across AI, sustainability and emerging consumer tech took to the stage to pitch their groundbreaking ideas. A diverse and rich lineup of startups battled for the top spot in front of expert judges and engaged audiences. Morphing I, advanced AI and robotic solutions for infrastructure management, won the AI pitch battle. IDB with "Protect GO AI" which uses AIoT edge systems with IP cameras and IoT sensors to detect...
German article below An unstable economic and geopolitical situation, coupled with recession fears, is leading to a decline in purchasing willingness across sectors, with stabilization at best.. For the consumer tech and durables sector this means that in the first six months of 2024, sales of 395 billion US Dollars were achieved – a decline of 0.6 percent. Manufacturers in this sector navigate market uncertainty, budget cuts, and pressure from retailers, who must...
September 23, 2024
Exhibition and presentation of cutting-edge technologies by TMG and seven participating companies
At IFA 23, we sat down with Jérôme Monceaux, Founder and CEO of Enchanted Tools, to discuss the evolving role of robots in our daily lives. Monceaux offers a fresh perspective on robotics, emphasizing the importance of artistic design in creating robots that not only assist with tasks but also bring a sense of wonder and amazement to our everyday experiences. Monceaux explains how artists contribute to the design of robots, much like creating characters in cartoons or...
At IFA 23, we explored the transformative potential of 6G with Andreas Müller, Project Director for 6G at Bosch. Müller provides insights into how 6G, expected to be implemented around 2030, will revolutionize connectivity. While 5G focused on IoT, 6G promises to be an evolutionary leap, offering not just faster and stronger connections, but also groundbreaking new capabilities. Müller discusses the future of 6G in enabling advanced technologies like environmental...
At IFA 23, we had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Chieko Asakawa, Chief Executive Director of Miraikan and IBM Fellow, about the transformative impact of AI and assistive technology for the visually impaired. Dr. Asakawa, a pioneer in the field, discusses the remarkable advancements in AI, including image description and generative AI, and their potential to significantly enhance the lives of those with disabilities. One of the most groundbreaking innovations is the AI...
At IFA 23, we explored the evolving landscape of customer experience with Raul Guillermo Amigo, Author and Founder of UMUNTU CX DESIGN. Amigo shares his vision for the future, where the focus is on understanding human interactions and the dynamic relationship between people and brands, with the goal of designing experiences that truly change lives. Amigo explains how customer experience is a blend of processes, memories, and stories, and how these elements are now merging...
At IFA 23, we explored the innovative intersection of digital health and gaming with Marlies Schijven, Professor of Surgery at the University of Amsterdam. Professor Schijven sheds light on how gaming principles are transforming healthcare, challenging the traditional boundaries between the creative industry and medical practice. Professor Schijven discusses the importance of integrating play into healthcare, noting that engaging and challenging experiences can...
At IFA 23, we delved into the transformative potential of emerging technologies with Maxim Jago, Author and Founder of The Creativity Conference. Jago shares his vision of a future where AI and humanoid robots not only perform work but also enable us to realize our fullest potential, shifting our focus from mere survival to personal growth and creativity. Jago discusses the development of functional AI capable of performing detailed and meaningful tasks, envisioning a...
August 20, 2024
At IFA 23, we engaged with Paolo Falcioni, Director General of APPLiA, to discuss the critical role of sustainability in shaping our future, particularly through the European Green Deal. Falcioni provides insights into how Europe is on a promising path to meeting its sustainability targets, setting a global example for other economies to follow. Falcioni emphasizes that sustainability is not just a policy but a way of life that influences our daily decisions and overall...
August 19, 2024
100 Jahre IFA: Von der „Großen Deutschen Funkausstellung“ zur weltweit größten und bedeutendsten Messe für Consumer Electronics- und Home Appliances Die IFA, die weltweit größte und bedeutendste Messe für Consumer Electronics und Home Appliances, feiert in diesem Jahr ihren 100. Geburtstag. Im Dezember 1924 fand die IFA als „Große Deutsche Funk-Ausstellung“ in Berlin erstmals statt. Seit dieser Zeit steht die IFA für Innovation, Technologie und...
August 18, 2024
100 Jahre IFA: Von der „Großen Deutschen Funkausstellung“ zur weltweit größten und bedeutendsten Messe für Consumer Electronics- und Home Appliances Die IFA, die weltweit größte und bedeutendste Messe für Consumer Electronics und Home Appliances, feiert in diesem Jahr ihren 100. Geburtstag. Im Dezember 1924 fand die IFA als „Große Deutsche Funk-Ausstellung“ in Berlin erstmals statt. Seit dieser Zeit steht die IFA für Innovation, Technologie und...
August 17, 2024
100 Jahre IFA: Von der „Großen Deutschen Funkausstellung“ zur weltweit größten und bedeutendsten Messe für Consumer Electronics- und Home Appliances Die IFA, die weltweit größte und bedeutendste Messe für Consumer Electronics und Home Appliances, feiert in diesem Jahr ihren 100. Geburtstag. Im Dezember 1924 fand die IFA als „Große Deutsche Funk-Ausstellung“ in Berlin erstmals statt. Seit dieser Zeit steht die IFA für Innovation, Technologie und...
August 16, 2024
100 Jahre IFA: Von der „Großen Deutschen Funkausstellung“ zur weltweit größten und bedeutendsten Messe für Consumer Electronics- und Home Appliances Die IFA, die weltweit größte und bedeutendste Messe für Consumer Electronics und Home Appliances, feiert in diesem Jahr ihren 100. Geburtstag. Im Dezember 1924 fand die IFA als „Große Deutsche Funk-Ausstellung“ in Berlin erstmals statt. Seit dieser Zeit steht die IFA für Innovation, Technologie und Unterhaltung....
August 15, 2024
100 Jahre IFA: Von der „Großen Deutschen Funkausstellung“ zur weltweit größten und bedeutendsten Messe für Consumer Electronics- und Home Appliances Die IFA, die weltweit größte und bedeutendste Messe für Consumer Electronics und Home Appliances, feiert in diesem Jahr ihren 100. Geburtstag. Im Dezember 1924 fand die IFA als „Große Deutsche Funk-Ausstellung“ in Berlin erstmals statt. Seit dieser Zeit steht die IFA für Innovation, Technologie und...
August 15, 2024
IFA and NielsenIQ-GfK are once again partnering at IFA Berlin– a world-leading consumer electronics event being held in Berlin this September. This is a historic year, with IFA celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, and GfK celebrating both its 90th anniversary and its 1st year of combining with NielsenIQ (NIQ). At IFA, several experts from NIQ-GfK will be on stage. Michael McLaughlin, President Global Retail at NIQ-GfK, will provide...
IFA Berlin is thrilled to announce that the internationally acclaimed singer, actress, and philanthropist Nicole Scherzinger will be delivering a keynote address at this year's event. Scheduled for Saturday 7th September at 11:15am on the Innovation Stage. Scherzinger will take the stage to share insights from her illustrious career (e.g. Pussycat Dolls; 12x Palatinum- and 8x Gold-selling singer; 6,8 Mio Followers) and her perspectives on the evolving landscape of...