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Delta Intelligence Raises $500 Million for Advancing Humanoid Robot Models
Original from leaderobot.com: Delta Intelligence Secures $500 Million in Funding for Humanoid Robot Development

Delta Intelligence Raises $500 Million for Advancing Humanoid Robot Models

Delta Intelligence, a company focused on foundational models for humanoid robots, has announced the completion of nearly 500 million yuan in funding. This funding round, which is the sixth within six months since the company's establishment in January 2026, involved multiple listed companies and leading financial investors.

The significance of this funding lies in its intended use for continuous iteration of humanoid robot foundational models, accelerating the mass production of self-developed data collection equipment, and expanding the core R&D team. Delta Intelligence aims to facilitate the engineering implementation and validation of its technology in real industrial scenarios.

Looking ahead, Delta Intelligence's models have already been validated in various applications, including collaboration on the FAW Hongqi production line and inspections at Southern Power Grid substations. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.

Editor's Note

The recent funding round for Delta Intelligence highlights the growing interest in humanoid robotics and the potential for advanced models to address industry challenges. As companies seek to integrate robotics into their operations, the focus on foundational models and data collection technologies will be critical for successful deployment and performance validation in real-world applications.

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