This story was originally published on HR Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily HR Dive newsletter. Most clicked story of the week What’s ahead for 2026? More hiring, but with more focus and precision, experts told HR Dive in our hiring trends piece for the year. While the market has shifted to favor employers, automation tools and artificial intelligence have complicated the job for recruiters in a number of ways. Employers are also keenly seeking certain skillsets — but ma ...

Core Insights - CN Energy Group, Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Pathenbot Group Inc., received the "Best Investment-Ready Innovation Award" at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, highlighting its technological advancements in intelligent robotics and artificial intelligence [1][2]. Company Overview - CN Energy Group, Inc. is listed on NASDAQ under the symbol "CNEY" and specializes in producing high-quality recyclable activated carbon and renewable energy from waste materials, providing significant economic and environmental benefits [5]. - The company also develops customizable robotics products and automation tools for small and medium-sized businesses in North America [5]. Award Significance - The LeaderXport × BossHub Innovation Awards recognize innovative enterprises based on product innovation and potential for international market development, with Pathenbot's award reflecting its capabilities in intelligent robotics and scalable after-sales services [3][4]. - The recognition is expected to enhance Pathenbot's international brand awareness and create new opportunities for global market expansion [4]. Leadership Perspective - The CEO of CN Energy Group emphasized that the award reflects the company's commitment to R&D in robotics and its strategic vision for global presence in the innovation ecosystem [5].