Industry 5.0 faces tech adoption and cybersecurity challenges

29th January 2026 – ROUNDTABLE: Industry 5.0 in Theory and Practice: What have we learned, and what’s next?

An interactive online roundtable, bringing together leading voices from the EU HORIZON projects AI REDGIO 5.0, BRIDGES 5.0, PROSPECTS 5.0, SEISMEC, SKILLABILITY, and UPSKILL to explore the evolving landscape of Industry 5.0.

While Industry 5.0 presents unprecedented opportunities, challenges such as technology adoption, cybersecurity, ethical considerations, and workforce reskilling must be navigated. By embracing the principles of Industry 5.0 and leveraging advanced technologies, manufacturers can position themselves at the forefront of a new era that prioritizes collaboration, innovation, and human-centric values in the manufacturing landscape.

Source: M. Verma and U. Pradesh, ‘Transition From Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0: A Comprehensive Overview’, International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), vol. 8, pp. 91–102, Mar. 2024. e-ISSN: 2456 – 6470