OnLogic bought by Japan's Omron for $675m in physical AI push

Japan's Omron will buy US-based OnLogic for $675 million. The deal is part of Omron's push into physical AI. Physical AI means machines that use artificial intelligence to work in the real world, such as robots and factory equipment. OnLogic is a US company that makes industrial computers. These are rugged computers built to run in factories and other tough environments. Omron is a Japanese company known for factory automation and healthcare devices. It wants OnLogic's hardware to help build smarter machines. The purchase price is $675 million. Both companies expect the deal to help them compete in the growing market for AI-powered industrial systems.