The continents of Europe, Asia, and the Americas are widely recognized as sources of innovation, but Africa is less known for its R&D efforts. Yet, despite certain economic challenges, Africa is beginning to take its place on the world stage for invention. Recent patenting activity can identify the seeds of such nascent creativity. Patent protection…
The 25 most innovative companies of 2024
Yes, questions remain about whether AI chipmaker NVIDIA can maintain its momentum in 2025. NVIDIA’s upcoming Blackwell AI chips have encountered thermal problems when integrated into server racks designed to house up to 72 units. Despite these recent technical hurdles, the company remains an innovation juggernaut. 1. Why NVIDIA is the R&D leader of 2024…
The great lab of the future debate: Modular or singular approach?
Technology is transforming all facets of our lives, and even the most entrenched industries are evolving in exciting ways. In spaces that rely on R&D, the lab of the future represents a way to execute scientific advancements more quickly and efficiently than ever before — and with greater precision. As such, innovation can thrive. It…