Samsung captured the spotlight by announcing its groundbreaking solid-state battery technology at the InterBattery conference held on November 5, 2023, in Seoul, South Korea. This next-generation battery is set to
The global food industry faces challenges in scaling nutrition and functionality while satisfying an increasingly discerning, “clean-label” consumer base. As a result, the industry has witnessed a surge of cross-disciplinary
Climate change has already reduced yields of major crops like wheat, barley, and maize by 4-13% over the past half-century, with rising heat and atmospheric dryness intensifying stress across nearly
Emerging food tech trends, such as alternative proteins, nutraceuticals, and other innovative technologies, offer viable solutions by making nutritious food more accessible and affordable. Alternative proteins, for instance, offer sustainable
The global palm oil market size accounted for USD 65.08 billion in 2022, and it is expected to touch around USD 107.53 billion by 2032, expanding at a CAGR of
A packaging startup has developed an edible material that presents nutritional values and meets zero-waste objectives for instant food products that are easy to use and consume. Another startup has
According to a study by Cornell University, the share of the U.S. population taking GLP-1 drugs increased from 5.5% in October 2023 to 8.3% in July 2024. In prior years,
Around 67% of R&D executives in the pet food industry cite regulatory complexities as a major bottleneck. Extended ingredient approval times and stricter health-claims regulations are delaying product development. In
The long-standing popularity of glass bottles for alcohol is slowly shattering. Their energy-intensive production and heavy weight in transportation increase carbon emissions, prompting stricter regulations. The European Union’s Packaging and
According to a report published in Jan 2025, researchers, in collaboration with Toyota, found that using a new type of cathode material, copper nitride (Cu₃N), for all-solid-state fluoride-ion batteries (FIBs),
Amazon recently made quite a buzz as it dethroned Walmart, one of the biggest rivals, for the first time in quarterly revenue with $187 billion compared to Walmart’s $180 billion.
According to Deloitte, the biopharma industry generates 300 million tons of plastic waste annually, much of which is single-use. In 2026, three significant challenges stand out for the pharmaceutical packaging
According to Eurostat, in 2021, Europe generated an estimated 188.7 kg of packaging waste per individual. Packaging is one of the primary users of virgin materials. About 40% of plastics
Despite the EV industry’s rapid growth over the past decade, it still has some areas for improvement. Companies are constantly innovating in these areas to ensure a reliable EV experience
Daily used products often break due to poor quality, planned obsolescence, or accidents. While many of us would love to repair these items or give them a second life, finding
On June 13, 2024, the European Union rolled out the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) (Regulation (EU) 2024/1781). The regulation aims to advance the EU’s move to a circular
The basis of a virtual power plant is that an electricity grid virtually connects hundreds, even thousands, of homes. These homes may already have solar and energy storage facilities installed.
Various industrial applications, such as glass, fertilizer, metal refining, and chemical manufacturing, employ Hydrogen technology. This is because all these businesses have an urgent need to reduce their carbon footprints
“By 2050, global hydrogen demand could grow sixfold, and provide 10% of the global energy consumption.”- International Energy Agency Green hydrogen is a rescue from the CO2-producing chemical extraction of
In 2023, the global energy storage market experienced its most significant expansion on record, nearly tripling. This surge occurred amid unprecedentedly low prices, particularly noticeable in China, where, as of
“The global electric vehicle charging station market size is projected to grow from 2,354 thousand units in 2022 to 14,623 thousand units by 2027, at a CAGR of 44.1%.” The
A significant shift towards clean beauty, personalized skincare, and sustainable packaging are the new trends in the beauty industry. Consumers are demanding products free from harmful chemicals like parabens, sulfates,
With the growing demand for clean energy, solar, and wind power fall short in providing a constant supply. Thus, there is an urgent need for new ways to store efficient,
According to a survey, 75% of consumers would pay more for personalized beauty products. The skincare industry is continuously evolving, with solutions ranging from generic, one-size-fits-all products to somewhat personalized
The human skin is teeming with a diverse world of microorganisms, collectively known as the microbiome. This invisible ecosystem is crucial in maintaining skin health, influencing everything from barrier function
The global medical device industry will reportedly be worth $801.4 billion by 2031! According to Statista, there are an estimated 2 million different kinds of medical devices on the world
Touted as “The Tesla of China,” NIO is a fast-growing Chinese automaker that designs and manufactures Smart High-Performance Electric Vehicles. Founded in 2014, the Shanghai-based company went public in September
In 2020, the FDA approved loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension 0.25% (Eysuvis, Kala Pharmaceuticals Inc.) for treating dry eye disease. As one of the most common ocular surface disorders, dry eye
A remarkable amount of progress has been made in the Autonomous Vehicle market each year, underscoring the industry’s unwavering commitment to innovation. In 2022, the estimated value of the worldwide
The study was first published on September 27, 2021, and then updated on September 18, 2023. This strategy teardown compiles the ideas, innovations, technological research, partnerships, and, most importantly, the
Due to rapid urbanization and consumers’ inclination towards individualized personal items, the demand for Intelligent packaging solutions with advanced technologies has increased. This demand is driven by consumers and the
In March this year, a group of engineers successfully made a delectable cheesecake from scratch on a 3D printer. Until now, most 3D food printing was only possible for uncooked
Lithium-ion batteries have been the dominant energy source in electric vehicles (EVs) for more than 2 decades now. However, a new worthwhile contender has emerged in recent years, one more
Food companies and their customers are increasingly looking for light, easy-to-store products with a longer shelf life, which explains the popularity of freeze-drying technology. Moreover, with this technology, manufacturers don’t
EU’s Waste Framework Directive has set a goal to reduce food waste by 50% by 2030, where member states must measure and report their food waste levels periodically. Similarly, the
A digital supply chain uses advanced technologies and insights to help stakeholders make better decisions about resources in line with customer demand. Since food supply chains increasingly rely on big-data
Following the growing trend of precision medicine, which seeks to tailor medical treatments to an individual’s specific health needs, personalized nutrition has also gained much popularity in recent years. As
Alchemy Foodtech’s patented Alchemy FibreTM technology helps reduce sugar by decreasing the sugar content from 17.5g in the original Chocolate Chip cookie to almost half, all while maintaining the same
Arla Foods has established a global presence, with annual revenue of $13.3 billion, and ranks 9th in the dairy industry. Apart from Arla Foods’ attractive revenue, there is more to
As an innovation manager in the energy storage domain, you should not overlook the opportunity Distributed Energy Storage System brings to the table. Its advantages are clear, and its growth