German drone manufacturer Quantum Systems has successfully raised $1.2 billion in a Series D funding round, significantly increasing its valuation to $8 billion. This funding effort, which reflects strong investor confidence in the company’s innovative technology and growth potential, marks a pivotal moment for Quantum Systems as it seeks to expand its operations and enhance its product offerings in the competitive drone market. The investment comes at a time when demand for advanced drone solutions is surging, driven by various sectors including logistics, agriculture, and surveillance. With this substantial financial backing, Quantum Systems aims to accelerate its development initiatives and strengthen its position as a leader in the drone industry.
German deftech Quantum Systems lands $1.2bn Series D at $8bn valuation
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WRC 2026 Launches with 34 Guangdong Companies Showcasing Complete Robot Supply Chain
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Field Days: A New Approach for Evaluating Ag Robotics Startups in Agriculture
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Agtech Artificial intelligence Precision agriculture
Unitree Robotics Achieves $66 Billion Valuation with 629% Surge in Shanghai IPO
Unitree Robotics experienced a remarkable 629% surge in its valuation, reaching $66 billion during its debut on the Shanghai stock exchange. The IPO attracted significant attention, with 9.8 million retail investment accounts vying for just 9.7 million shares, leading to a final allocation rate of only 0.018%. This listing marks a significant milestone as...
Optimizing High Voltage Motion Systems in Industrial Facilities for Efficiency
Industrial facilities, such as manufacturing plants and automotive production lines, often operate on 400–480V three-phase power. Kollmorgen emphasizes that the challenge lies not in adopting high voltage but in effectively utilizing it without unnecessary complexity. Many machine builders mistakenly assume that high-voltage environments require complex m...
Batteries / Power Supplies Controllers Mechanical
SES.AI Highlights Challenges in Building America's Drone Supply Chain Ecosystem
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battery technology Blue UAS defense
Chinese Researchers Extend Quantum Memory Entanglement to 260 Miles Over Fiber
Researchers in China have successfully demonstrated quantum memory entanglement over a distance of 260 miles (420 kilometers) using laser-cooled rubidium atoms. This advancement addresses significant challenges in maintaining quantum signals over long optical fiber connections, which typically weaken rapidly. By utilizing quantum memories, the team has pr...
Science
Heatwaves Challenge Supply Chains: Adapting to Extreme Weather Conditions
This summer's heatwaves have significantly impacted supply chains across Europe, as noted by Tim Moylan, Chief Growth Officer at Infios. The soaring temperatures have disrupted travel and public infrastructure, revealing the strain extreme weather places on supply chains. Businesses must now prepare for unpredictable weather patterns, including the potent...
Air Cargo Cold Chain Logistics Couriers and Express
Cybersecurity Risks in Supply Chains Demand Greater Attention from Logistics Companies
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U.S. Humanoid Robot Manufacturing Faces Challenges Due to China's Supply Chain Dominance
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Humanoid Robots Supply Chain Robotics Manufacturing
Hexapod Design for Precision Optical Alignment in Cryogenic Quantum Technologies
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Development and Evaluation of a Push-Based Gangue-Sorting Robotic System
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Miro AI Robot (KR)
Korea, Republic of (South)
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SAISON ROBOT/LingYu Robotics 灵御智能
China
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Shenzhen Hoba Robot (CN)
Shenzhen Hoba Robot (Hrobot), founded in 2004 as a subsidiary of Huaqin Group, manufactures consumer and commercial cleaning robots including robot vacuums and window cleaners, exporting to over 40 countries as a leading ODM manufacturer.
Langebaek A/S
Denmark
Scandinavian logistics and supply chain consultancy founded 1977 in Alleroed, Denmark, specializing in warehouse automation, WMS/WCS/TMS, and intralogistics.
PeakLogix
United States
Virginia-based material handling integrator founded 1989; deploys AGVs, AS/RS, robotic palletizers, and proprietary ScottTech PickPro WMS for DCs.
Posicraft Oy
Finland
Finnish distributor of AMR smart trucks, cobots, and warehouse automation products serving industrial companies and logistics centers since 1993.
Osiris Agriculture
France
French agtech startup developing Oscar, an autonomous irrigation and fertigation robot for potato and vegetable producers in northern Europe.
Tensorfield Agriculture 田野机器人农业
United States
California-based agri-robotics company deploying semi-autonomous robots that use superheated vegetable oil to eliminate weeds without herbicides.
New Holland Agriculture
United Kingdom
Global agricultural machinery brand of CNH Industrial (founded 1895) making tractors, combine harvesters, and precision farming equipment worldwide.
Probot Oy
Finland
Oulu, Finland robotics integrator founded 2006; KUKA System Partner and OMRON Certified Partner; makes Dolly AMR; Finnish distributor of Unitree robot dogs.
Robotic Magazine
United States
Online robotics publication active since 2008, covering industrial robots, drones, humanoids, and AI for professionals and enthusiasts worldwide.
Small UAV Coalition
United States
US industry association founded in 2014 by Amazon, DJI, Google, Parrot and GoPro to advance safe commercial and civil use of small UAVs.
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