Category: News

Iyuno’s Strategic Approach: Multi-Agent AI, Built Around Context

Specialized AI agents are becoming an industry-wide shift. Iyuno applied that approach to one of media’s hardest problems: giving AI a memory that holds up across scenes, episodes, and seasons.

BURBANK, Calif., Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Iyuno, the world’s largest media localization company, today detailed the multi-agent engineering behind CLOE’s Contextual Memory, built on the belief that applying specialized AI agents to a narrow, well-defined problem outperforms brute-force scale.

Most enterprise AI deployments chase scale — bigger models, bigger context windows, bigger compute bills — and still lose narrative continuity across long-form video. CLOE takes a different approach, built on three principles:

• Vertical Multi-Agent Orchestration. Instead of one monolithic model, a network of hyper-specialized micro-agents each performs a specific function, such as character relationship mapping, emotional intent, prosodic matching, or brand compliance, instead of relying on a single system to perform every task.
• High-Density, Low-Token Prompting. Raw video, audio, and script are synthesized into a structured knowledge graph first; agents work from compressed, high-signal context vectors instead of massive raw inputs, cutting token consumption and inference cost per title.
• Persistent Graph Memory. Agent outputs converge into one persistent ontology graph instead of being discarded after each task, so understanding compounds across a title, season, or franchise without compounding inference cost.

“Our focus was never building the biggest AI system—it was building the right one for media,” said David Lee, Founder & CEO of Iyuno. “For a broad, general-purpose problem, bigger models and more compute make sense. For a specialized domain like entertainment, that scale doesn’t buy you the thing that actually matters: narrative continuity. Specialized agents working off precise, high-density context get us state-of-the-art understanding at a fraction of the footprint, and that footprint doesn’t grow with catalog size the way monolithic approaches do. Every title we process makes the graph more capable, not more expensive to run.”

This architecture already runs Iyuno’s commercial suite: CLOE Enterprise (SaaS), CLOE Sub, CLOE Script, CLOE Dub, and CLOE Live — in live studio and streaming production today. Future announcements will detail how it extends into CLOE Skills across accessibility, marketing, and additional workflows.

About Iyuno

Iyuno (www.iyuno.com) is a leading provider of localization services for the media and entertainment industry. Trusted by top entertainment brands and creators worldwide, Iyuno offers comprehensive end-to-end localization services from 40 offices across 29 countries. Backed by a team of exceptional creative and technical talent, state-of-the-art facilities, and cutting-edge technologies, Iyuno proudly boasts the largest global footprint amplifying its dubbing, subtitling and media services offerings. The company is also the creator of CLOE, a contextual intelligence platform that transforms content into structured understanding, enabling AI-powered workflows across localization, accessibility, marketing, and emerging content experiences.

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/iyunos-strategic-approach-multi-agent-ai-built-around-context-302875060.html

Nuritas Appoints Former Unilever North America President Kees Kruythoff as Board Chair

The 30-year industry veteran brings global scaling and commercialization expertise to biotech leader Nuritas.

DUBLIN, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Nuritas, a global leader in bioactive peptide discovery, today announced the appointment of Kees Kruythoff as Chair of its Board of Directors. The former Unilever Executive Committee member joins Nuritas at a pivotal moment in the company’s mission to transform everyday food into clinically proven, healthier ingredients, unlocking a new era where nutrition actively improves human health at scale.

Kruythoff brings nearly 3 decades of international leadership experience at Unilever, where he built and led businesses ranging from €200 million to €12 billion in revenue. His roles included President of Unilever North America, President of the company’s global Home Care division and CEO of its businesses in Brazil and South Africa. He has operated across Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America and the U.S., with extensive experience scaling innovation through global consumer brands and commercial partnerships.

Nuritas delivers clinically proven peptide ingredients that power leading consumer nutrition and wellness products worldwide. The company’s proprietary discovery platform Magnifier NπΦ analyses nature-based, non-synthetic proteins to identify high-impact peptides that target significant human-health needs.

“I believe Nuritas has a unique opportunity to impact billions of people’s health and wellbeing, as it brings together nature-based ingredients with world class AI peptide discovery. I am honored and excited to be part of this journey,” said Kees Kruythoff.

“Kees brings global scale, operating discipline and a genuine passion for food transformation to our Board,” said Dr. Nora Khaldi, Founder and CEO of Nuritas. “His experience building markets and embedding health and sustainability within global consumer businesses makes him exactly the right partner for Nuritas at this time. I’m delighted to welcome him to the team.”

Kruythoff will work closely with Khaldi and the executive leadership team, providing strategic guidance as the company deepens relationships with global partners, expands the commercial reach of its peptide portfolio and strengthens its position at the intersection of AI, biotechnology and human health.

About Nuritas

Nuritas is a global biotech firm using artificial intelligence to discover clinically validated peptides from nature. Its proprietary Magnifier NπΦ platform rapidly analyses proteins to identify peptides with the potential to support human health, enabling partners to bring scientifically substantiated innovation to market faster.

Founded in 2014 by mathematician and scientist Dr Nora Khaldi, Nuritas is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with its North American headquarters in Connecticut, USA. Partners include GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe, Mars, Nestlé, Givaudan.

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/nuritas-appoints-former-unilever-north-america-president-kees-kruythoff-as-board-chair-302874464.html

ST Engineering iDirect Advances Intelligent Satellite Operations with New AI Capabilities

New capabilities for AI governance, operational control and rapid onboarding help operators simplify complexity, strengthen compliance and scale automation with confidence

HERNDON, Va., Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, today announced new capabilities for Foresight, its AI-driven orchestration and intelligence platform designed to help satellite operators simplify increasingly complex multi-orbit and multi-service network environments. The new capabilities introduce enhanced AI governance, operational controls, and guided onboarding tools that help operators adopt AI responsibly, maintain oversight of operational changes and accelerate deployment.

“Satellite operators are under increasing pressure to deliver services faster, manage growing operational complexity and adopt AI responsibly,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, CEO of ST Engineering iDirect. “With these new Foresight capabilities, we’re extending the intelligence, automation and governance that operators need to confidently modernize their operations. From accelerating onboarding to governing AI-assisted workflows, Foresight provides a practical path toward more intelligent and automated satellite operations.”

With support for air-gapped deployments, strong data governance and secure AI operations, Foresight enables operators to accelerate automation while maintaining control of their networks and data, helping them move from reactive management toward autonomous network operations.

Foresight’s latest AI capabilities include:

• Agentic Governance: Delivers oversight, auditability and risk controls for AI agents through governance policies, audit trails, operational safeguards and compliance-focused controls.
• Governed Change Management: Enables approval-based workflows with review, risk assessment and authorization before AI-driven operational changes are applied.
• AI Usage Visibility and Cost Controls: Provides monitoring, budgeting and policy-based controls to help operators manage AI consumption and maintain operational oversight.
• Accelerated Onboarding: Simplifies deployment by automatically discovering network inventory, deploying required platform components and guiding administrators through privacy, data and deployment configuration options.

First introduced in March 2026, Foresight represents ST Engineering iDirect’s vision for more intelligent and automated satellite operations, bringing together automation, orchestration and AI-driven insights in a unified operational environment.

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their satcom networks. With over 40 years of delivering innovation focused on solving satellite’s most critical economic and technology challenges we are committed to shaping the future of how the world connects. The product portfolio, branded iDirect, represents the highest standards in performance, efficiency and reliability, making it possible for its customers to deliver the best satcom connectivity experience anywhere in the world. ST Engineering iDirect is a leader in key industries including mobility, broadcast and military/government. In 2007, iDirect Government was formed to better serve the U.S. government and defense communities. For more information visit www.idirect.net.

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/st-engineering-idirect-advances-intelligent-satellite-operations-with-new-ai-capabilities-302874507.html

Iyuno’s Strategic Approach: Multi-Agent AI, Built Around Context

Specialized AI agents are becoming an industry-wide shift. Iyuno applied that approach to one of media’s hardest problems: giving AI a memory that holds up across scenes, episodes, and seasons.

BURBANK, Calif., Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Iyuno, the world’s largest media localization company, today detailed the multi-agent engineering behind CLOE’s Contextual Memory, built on the belief that applying specialized AI agents to a narrow, well-defined problem outperforms brute-force scale.

Most enterprise AI deployments chase scale — bigger models, bigger context windows, bigger compute bills — and still lose narrative continuity across long-form video. CLOE takes a different approach, built on three principles:

• Vertical Multi-Agent Orchestration. Instead of one monolithic model, a network of hyper-specialized micro-agents each performs a specific function, such as character relationship mapping, emotional intent, prosodic matching, or brand compliance, instead of relying on a single system to perform every task.
• High-Density, Low-Token Prompting. Raw video, audio, and script are synthesized into a structured knowledge graph first; agents work from compressed, high-signal context vectors instead of massive raw inputs, cutting token consumption and inference cost per title.
• Persistent Graph Memory. Agent outputs converge into one persistent ontology graph instead of being discarded after each task, so understanding compounds across a title, season, or franchise without compounding inference cost.

“Our focus was never building the biggest AI system—it was building the right one for media,” said David Lee, Founder & CEO of Iyuno. “For a broad, general-purpose problem, bigger models and more compute make sense. For a specialized domain like entertainment, that scale doesn’t buy you the thing that actually matters: narrative continuity. Specialized agents working off precise, high-density context get us state-of-the-art understanding at a fraction of the footprint, and that footprint doesn’t grow with catalog size the way monolithic approaches do. Every title we process makes the graph more capable, not more expensive to run.”

This architecture already runs Iyuno’s commercial suite: CLOE Enterprise (SaaS), CLOE Sub, CLOE Script, CLOE Dub, and CLOE Live — in live studio and streaming production today. Future announcements will detail how it extends into CLOE Skills across accessibility, marketing, and additional workflows.

About Iyuno

Iyuno (www.iyuno.com) is a leading provider of localization services for the media and entertainment industry. Trusted by top entertainment brands and creators worldwide, Iyuno offers comprehensive end-to-end localization services from 40 offices across 29 countries. Backed by a team of exceptional creative and technical talent, state-of-the-art facilities, and cutting-edge technologies, Iyuno proudly boasts the largest global footprint amplifying its dubbing, subtitling and media services offerings. The company is also the creator of CLOE, a contextual intelligence platform that transforms content into structured understanding, enabling AI-powered workflows across localization, accessibility, marketing, and emerging content experiences.

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/iyunos-strategic-approach-multi-agent-ai-built-around-context-302875060.html

Grammy®️ Winner Ricky Kej Unveils Damrooh India Tour Ensemble Featuring Keith Middleton, Sudhir Yaduvanshi, Siddharth Basrur & More

CCTV+: 2026 “Liangzhu: A Dialogue across World Civilizations” Cultural Exchange Event Arrives in Russia

BEIJING, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On September 7, 2026 (local time), the 2026 “Liangzhu: A Dialogue across World Civilizations” Cultural Exchange Event was held at Lomonosov Moscow State University, attracting hundreds of representatives from cultural, educational, and media circles in China and Russia.

The event was jointly hosted by the Information Office of Zhejiang Provincial People’s Government, the Foreign Affairs Office of Zhejiang Provincial People’s Government, Zhejiang Media Group, Hangzhou Liangzhu Archaeological Site Administrative District Management Committee, and the Higher School of Television, Lomonosov Moscow State University. It was co-organized by the Overseas Center of Zhejiang Media Group, Zhejiang University Press, and the “Media Plus” Online Chinese Classroom in Russia, with support from Lomonosov Moscow State University, Zhejiang University, Liangzhu Museum, and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Russian Federation.

At the opening ceremony, Zhejiang University presented A Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings to Lomonosov Moscow State University. Zhejiang Media Group signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Higher School of Television, Lomonosov Moscow State University. The trailer of the China-Russia co-produced documentary Liangzhu: Exploring the Origins of World Civilizations was released, and Russian students received “Liangzhu Promoter” certificates. The Russia program of the Liangzhu Culture Youth Communication Plan and “Hello, Liangzhu” Russia-themed special exhibition were launched, allowing Russian students to experience Liangzhu culture up close. A civilization dialogue salon was also held during the event.

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/cctv-2026-liangzhu-a-dialogue-across-world-civilizations-cultural-exchange-event-arrives-in-russia-302874569.html

IBM, Lockheed Martin Announce Swiss Quantum Innovation Hub at ETH Zurich, Anchored by Switzerland’s First IBM Quantum Computer

In an extension of ongoing collaboration, IBM and Lockheed Martin plan to initiate research projects with select Swiss academic institutions.

The Swiss National Supercomputing Centre at ETH Zurich will host an IBM Quantum System Two, expanding access across Swiss institutions to fuel the country’s quantum ecosystem, research and workforce education.

ZURICH, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), through an offset agreement with armasuisse, Switzerland’s Federal Office for Defence Procurement, today established a hub for quantum innovation at ETH Zurich, a prominent public research university. The new hub plans to host the country’s first IBM Quantum System Two at the Swiss National Supercomputing Center (CSCS) in Lugano.

IBM will operate the IBM Quantum System Two, which will be powered by an IBM Quantum Nighthawk, the company’s most advanced processor. ETH Zurich will provide expertise, resources and technologies for Swiss industries, startups and academia, including access to the quantum computer. Its delivery is expected to catalyze the development of new algorithms, technical breakthroughs, and industrial use cases, as well as anchor initiatives to foster Switzerland’s workforce and talent. The project also advances the ongoing strategic collaboration between Lockheed Martin and IBM, combining Lockheed Martin innovations in quantum sensing and additive manufacturing with IBM’s expertise in quantum computing and AI.

“Switzerland is deservedly recognized as a hub for global innovation, and Lockheed Martin is proud of its long history of technical collaboration within the country,” said Dr. Craig Martell, Lockheed Martin vice president and chief technology officer. “This project extends the strategic relationship between Lockheed Martin and IBM in quantum and AI while positioning Switzerland as a leader in these critical, cutting-edge fields. It provides resources and expertise, develops skills and enables joint research across the Swiss commercial, defense and academic ecosystem.”

“IBM has collaborated with institutions in Switzerland for almost 100 years. Our research team at our Zurich lab has led fundamental technology breakthroughs for the world and has been part of the country’s science ecosystem for decades,” said Alessandro Curioni, vice president, Algorithms and Applications, IBM Research and director of the Zurich Research Laboratory. “As we continue to foster innovation with the Swiss community, we are excited to have the opportunity to put world-class quantum hardware, software and expertise directly into the hands of Switzerland’s thriving academic institutions and industries.”

“Switzerland will gain access to essential research infrastructure that will enable us to further advance the exploration of this emerging technology and educate the talent needed to support it,” said ETH Zurich President Joël Mesot, emphasizing the opportunities the new quantum computer will bring to Switzerland.

Delivering quantum to the Swiss ecosystem

Organizations that join the innovation hub through ETH Zurich will have immediate access to these resources and IBM’s fleet of quantum computers available over the cloud. Additionally, upon the system’s deployment by the end of 2026, ETH Zurich will provide organizations with access to Switzerland’s own dedicated IBM Quantum System Two. These capabilities will enable the country’s community of innovators to accelerate scientific and industrial research and build new use cases across chemistry, materials science, optimization, financial services and more. Today, IBM quantum computers are already delivering scientific value across the globe as useful tools in these fields.

IBM and Lockheed Martin expand joint research initiatives

As part of the collaboration, two planned joint development projects between IBM and Lockheed Martin include the exploration of quantum sensing applications for navigation and the improvement of additive manufacturing of metallic alloys. These projects also complement ongoing efforts by IBM and Lockheed Martin across a range of advanced technologies focused on aerospace and defense innovation.

IBM and ETH Zurich build on a legacy of collaboration

This initiative also builds upon a close and long-standing collaboration between IBM and ETH Zurich, including a recently launched 10-year effort to advance foundational algorithmic research.

The quantum education and workforce development effort includes providing the Swiss ecosystem with access to the IBM Quantum Network and IBM Quantum Platform learning offerings, including coursework, certifications, and workshops; as well as event support, such as hackathons, conferences, and partner forums.

About IBM

IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM’s long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service.

Visit www.ibm.com for more information.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security® vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. More information at Lockheedmartin.com.

Media contacts:

Chris Nay

IBM Communications

cnay@us.ibm.com

Stephen Funk

IBM DACH Communications

+41-58 333 78 68

stephen.funk@ch.ibm.com

Trent Perrotto

Communications Director, Technology Transformation and Innovation, Lockheed Martin

trent.perrotto@lmco.com

O: 301-581-7005 | M: 321-272-8027

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/ibm-lockheed-martin-announce-swiss-quantum-innovation-hub-at-eth-zurich-anchored-by-switzerlands-first-ibm-quantum-computer-302874482.html

Children’s Academy students tackle India’s 7.7-million-tonne textile waste challenge

Children’s Academy International School is tackling India’s 7.7 million tonnes of annual textile waste by empowering students to implement circular economy principles and transform discarded fabrics into sustainable new products.

MUMBAI, India, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — India generates approximately 7.7 million tonnes of textile waste annually, a volume that places significant strain on the nation’s ecological infrastructure. In a move to address this crisis through education and action, Children’s Academy International School has launched Clothes for Conscience, a community engagement initiative designed to integrate sustainability into the core curriculum. Full program details and initiative updates are available at www.childrens-academy.in.

The initiative encourages students to look past the classroom and engage with the physical realities of the textile industry. By working directly with Indian fabrics and studying craftsmanship processes, students gain a first-hand understanding of the environmental costs associated with fashion, including water pollution and the proliferation of chemical dyes. This hands-on approach aims to foster a deeper appreciation for the lifecycle of products, shifting the focus from passive consumption to active stewardship.

Sustainability at the academy is treated as a practical discipline rather than a theoretical subject.

Students are now putting circular economy principles into practice by reclaiming discarded fabrics to create new, functional goods. The transformation of remnants into cloth bags, jewelry, and accessories serves as a proof of concept for reducing waste at the local level. With global textile waste estimated at 92 million tonnes each year, the project underscores the importance of scaling small-scale interventions to meet a global challenge.

The program specifically engages IBCP students, challenging them to question modern consumption habits and find new utility in materials that were previously destined for landfills. By combining India’s rich textile heritage with innovative reuse strategies, the school is preparing a new generation to navigate and solve complex environmental issues through practical, scalable action.

This project is essential because it bridges the gap between India’s rich textile heritage and the urgent need for environmental responsibility. By actively transforming fabric remnants into useful products, the students are gaining the necessary skills to challenge existing consumption models and create positive change within their own communities.

With India generating approximately 7.7 million tonnes of textile waste every year, it is essential that the next generation understands the environmental impact of their consumption habits. Through the Clothes for Conscience initiative, the students are moving beyond traditional classroom learning to gain a firsthand understanding of craftsmanship and the urgent need for circular thinking in daily life.

About Children’s Academy Group of Schools

Founded in 1970 by the late Shri V.V. Bhat, Children’s Academy Group of Schools is a premier educational institution with a legacy of providing high-quality, holistic education in Mumbai and Thane. Serving over 8,000 students from Nursery to Grade 12, the Group operates state-of-the-art campuses across Malad (Bachani Nagar), Kandivali (Ashok Nagar and Thakur Complex), and Thane (Ghodbunder Road). Known for its technological integration and academic excellence, the Academy primarily offers the ICSE curriculum (with over 70% NEP compliance) alongside the globally recognized International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP). Consistently ranked among the top schools in Mumbai, Children’s Academy is dedicated to nurturing active, responsible, and future-ready global citizens. 

For more information, visit www.childrens-academy.in.

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/in/news-releases/childrens-academy-students-tackle-indias-7-7-million-tonne-textile-waste-challenge-302873896.html

Remembering Prof. C. R. Rao on His 106th Birth Anniversary: A Statistical Legend of Global Eminence

By Dr. M. Vishnu Vardhana Rao, Vice Chancellor, PHFI IPHS Deemed to be University & ICMR Chair for Medical Statistics

A boy was born into a Telugu-speaking family in Hadagali, in Karnataka’s Bellary district, on September 10, 1920. Who could have imagined that this boy, Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao (C. R. Rao), would go on to become the “Wizard of Numbers” and eventually transform the world of statistics? His journey from a small town in Karnataka to the highest levels of global science is a remarkable story of intellectual brilliance, perseverance and an enduring commitment to knowledge.

Rao’s academic journey began in Andhra Pradesh, where he studied at Gudur, Nuzvidu and Nandigama. For his higher education, he joined Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, where he graduated in Mathematics and completed his M.A. in Mathematics in 1940 with First Class and First Rank. His association with Andhra University has endured even after his lifetime. The road adjacent to the Department of Statistics on the university campus has been named ‘C. R. Rao Marg’, commemorating one of the university’s most illustrious alumni.

After completing his postgraduate studies at Andhra University, the young Rao arrived at the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata, in the early 1940s, initially in search of a career. What appeared to be a chance turn in his life would eventually change the course of statistical science. His exceptional mathematical ability and academic brilliance soon attracted the attention of Prof. P. C. Mahalanobis, the founder of ISI and one of the architects of modern statistics in India.

A major turning point came when Rao was invited to work on an anthropological project involving skeletal remains from Jebel Moya in Sudan, under the University of Oxford’s Department of Anthropology. His work on the project contributed to the landmark publication Ancient Inhabitants of Jebel Moya. At the same time, he pursued doctoral research at the University of Cambridge, completing his Ph.D. in 1948.

It was at Cambridge that Rao came into contact with Sir Ronald A. Fisher, one of the founding figures of modern statistics. The intellectual environment at Cambridge, combined with his earlier training at ISI, laid the foundation for a career that would profoundly influence statistical theory and practice.

Rao returned to India in 1948 and resumed his work at ISI. He became Professor and Head of the Research and Training School. He became Director of the Research and Training School in 1963 and, following the death of P. C. Mahalanobis in 1972, became Director and Secretary of the Indian Statistical Institute, serving from 1972 to 1976.

In 1979, another important chapter began when Rao was invited to the University of Pittsburgh to deliver a lecture. The visit led to an academic appointment, and he subsequently played an important role in developing statistical education and research there. He later joined Pennsylvania State University, where he continued his research and mentoring for many years, formally retiring in 2001 at the age of 81.

His academic achievements during this remarkable career were extraordinary. In addition to his Ph.D. and Sc.D. from Cambridge University, he received 27 honorary doctoral degrees from universities in 16 countries. He published around 500 scientific papers, authored or co-authored numerous influential books, and supervised and guided nearly 40 doctoral students.

But numbers alone cannot capture the magnitude of Rao’s contribution.

Prof. C. R. Rao’s name is inseparably associated with some of the most fundamental results in modern statistics. The Cramér–Rao inequality, for example, provides a fundamental lower bound on the variance of unbiased estimators. In simple terms, it tells statisticians how accurately an unknown quantity can be estimated from data. It has become a cornerstone of statistical estimation and has applications extending far beyond traditional statistics.

The Rao–Blackwell theorem provides a powerful way of improving statistical estimators, enabling researchers to obtain more efficient estimates from available information. Combined, these results help scientists more efficiently extract information from data. His contributions did not stop there. Rao made fundamental contributions to multivariate analysis, experimental design, statistical inference, information theory and geometry, influencing disciplines ranging from economics and engineering to genetics, medicine and the social sciences.

One of the most fascinating aspects of Rao’s legacy is the continuing relevance of his early work to the modern world of artificial intelligence and data science. His doctoral work at Cambridge involved discriminant analysis, a statistical method for distinguishing between groups using multiple characteristics. What was once regarded as an important statistical technique has strong conceptual links with what we now call supervised learning in machine learning.

Today, when enormous volumes of data are generated every second, the ability to identify patterns, distinguish groups, estimate uncertainty and extract meaningful information from complex datasets is at the heart of artificial intelligence. Many of the principles underlying these modern technologies have deep roots in the statistical ideas developed by pioneers such as C. R. Rao.

Rao also left an important institutional legacy in Hyderabad through the C. R. Rao Advanced Institute of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science (AIMSCS) on the University of Hyderabad campus. A fitting tribute to the departed legend would be to ensure that this Institute continues to nurture world-class statisticians, mathematicians, computer scientists and data scientists, strengthening India’s capabilities in statistics, artificial intelligence and big-data analytics.

Rao’s monumental contributions earned him some of the world’s highest scientific honours. In India, he was awarded the Padma Vibhushan, one of the country’s highest civilian honours. In 2002, he received the National Medal of Science, the highest scientific honour bestowed by the President of the United States.

Then, at the remarkable age of 102, Rao once again made international headlines. In 2023, he was awarded the International Prize in Statistics, one of the world’s most prestigious honours in statistics and often described as the field’s equivalent of the Nobel Prize.

The recognition was not simply for a lifetime of publications. It was an acknowledgement of the profound influence his ideas have had on science, technology and human understanding.

There is a poignant coincidence in India’s scientific history. On August 23, 2023, the day India scripted history by becoming the first nation to successfully land near the Moon’s south polar region, it bid farewell to one of its brightest mathematical stars.

Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao, one of India’s greatest mathematicians and statisticians, passed away in the United States in the early hours of August 23, 2023, just over two weeks before his 103rd birthday.

From a small town in Karnataka to the highest echelons of global science, C. R. Rao’s journey is a story of intellectual brilliance, perseverance and vision. His life demonstrates how mathematical thought, when combined with curiosity and discipline, can transcend geographical boundaries and influence generations of scientists across the world.

The “Wizard of Numbers” may have left this world, but the numbers—and the ideas he gave them—continue to speak, inspire, and guide generations of young minds.

Yutong Opens Its First Comprehensive Service Center in Europe

The Norway-based facility integrates maintenance, inspection, and parts supply to support battery-electric bus fleets throughout the vehicle lifecycle

STOKKE, Norway, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Yutong Bus officially opened its first Yutong Service Center (the “Center”) in Europe on September 8 in Stokke, Norway, integrating vehicle delivery, after‑sales service, spare parts supply, and professional training into one hub.

As Norway advances its transition to electric public transport, the Center will enhance maintenance capabilities, compliance inspections, and local service responsiveness for pure electric buses, offering customers a more direct service option and delivering systematic support for fleet operations across their full lifecycle.

Covering approximately 38,941 square meters with a building area of 6,074 square meters, including a 2,300‑square‑meter parts warehouse, the Center integrates brand display, vehicle delivery, after‑sales service, parts supply, and training facilities, delivering all‑around customer support. Built around Yutong as the core, the Center consolidates multi‑dimensional service functions and complements existing local partners and service channels, offering customers more direct, flexible issue resolution and service options.

“The service center is positioned as a comprehensive, centralized service hub, with a large inventory of parts, inspection facilities, professional service bays, and dedicated training equipment,” said Jack Li, CEO of Yutong Central and Northern Europe. “Through efficient operations, we aim to help reduce customers’ total cost of ownership and maximize bus uptime. By strengthening partnerships and expanding service coverage, we aim to deliver cost-effective services and create shared value while helping make public transport greener, smarter, and more inclusive.”

One‑stop service ecosystem: from parts supply to integrated service support across the fleet lifecycle

With the local service center and dedicated on‑ground team, Yutong consolidates parts supply, fault diagnostics, maintenance, and professional training into a single service system, improving service efficiency and delivering full‑lifecycle fleet support for Norwegian passenger transport and bus operators. The Center features a comprehensive reception area, maintenance and repair zone, parts storage area, hands-on training space, vehicle display area, and brand experience zone, offering local customers an integrated service package spanning everything from vehicle sales and delivery to after‑sales repairs, parts supply, and technical training.

The Center features seven standardized maintenance bays, as well as dedicated bays for powertrain and large-component repairs, equipped with four‑post lifts, an electronic laser wheel alignment system, a brake tester, and a heavy‑duty tire balancer. It offers repair capabilities for chassis, electrical and high‑voltage systems, powertrains, air conditioning, and interiors, and can also handle non‑severe accident vehicles, alcohol interlocks, and tachographs.

Built to EU standards, the Center includes a dedicated bus inspection line for Norway’s mandatory PKK annual inspections, featuring a 31.5‑meter pit, two 16‑ton pit jacks, and equipment for brake, lighting, side‑slip, and OBD testing, covering chassis, braking, safety devices, onboard diagnostics, and powertrain compliance. By conducting inspections, fault diagnosis, and safety checks locally, the Center helps customers reduce fleet downtime and lower operating costs.

It also has a 2,300‑square‑meter parts warehouse, covering 4,500 SKUs of Yutong genuine parts for battery, motor and electronic control systems, powertrains, chassis, steering systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, interior and exterior trim, wear parts, and maintenance consumables.

With local stock and regional distribution center replenishment, the Center reduces parts sourcing and repair waiting times, improving vehicle uptime and minimizing fleet downtime losses. All parts are backed by consistent quality and warranty standards, supported by a local engineering team delivering parts supply, diagnostics, and maintenance services.

Building local expertise: service, training, and long‑term fleet support

The Center also includes theoretical training rooms and hands-on training areas, with instruction led by experienced trainers. Equipped with a comprehensive whole-vehicle training platform for pure electric buses and dedicated training units for air conditioning, EBS braking, heaters, battery, motor and electronic control systems, and rear-axle disassembly, the Center supports training in component identification, operating principles, simulation, and fault diagnosis. The training equipment uses core assemblies and components sourced from actual vehicles, enabling customers’ maintenance technicians to apply what they learn directly to real-world repairs.

Through its local team, standardized maintenance and inspection procedures, parts inventory and training capabilities, Yutong continues to deliver on its “EnRoute+” global service commitment. As Yutong’s first comprehensive service center in Europe, the facility further underscores the company’s long-term commitment to serving European customers. Building on the Norway service center, Yutong will continue to advance its localized service approach in markets including the Netherlands, Chile, Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia. These efforts will strengthen local capabilities in electric bus repair, maintenance and inspection, improve service responsiveness, create more high-quality local jobs and support the electrification and low-carbon transition of public transport.

For more information on Yutong Service Center and “EnRoute+” global service commitment, please visit https://en.yutong.com/.

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/yutong-opens-its-first-comprehensive-service-center-in-europe-302874484.html