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A former executive from Horizon, known for their 'End-to-End War God' technology, has initiated a new robotics venture. This startup has attracted significant investments, reportedly amounting to hundreds of millions from tech giants Xiaomi and Baidu. This development is crucial as it highlights th...
At the Humanoid Robots Summit 2026 in Stuttgart, FMC³ Robotics, Vector Informatik, and PEM Motion signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a standardized data infrastructure for industrial embodied AI. This collaboration aims to enhance the collection, processing, training, validation, deploy...
SoftBank Group has invested $225 million in Autonomous Solutions Inc. (ASI) to establish a joint venture aimed at developing autonomous construction equipment for large infrastructure projects. This collaboration will leverage ASI's Mobius fleet-management platform to enhance civil construction and...
Foxconn and IAT have announced the formation of a joint venture aimed at scaling robot production. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance manufacturing capabilities and meet increasing demand for automation solutions. The collaboration is significant as it reflects the growing tre...
MISUMI Americas has launched MISUMI Ventures, a $50 million venture fund aimed at supporting early-stage companies in hardware, robotics, and related sectors. This initiative aligns with MISUMI Group's broader $1 billion global investment vision, providing startups with access to a robust global man...
Bain Capital Ventures has successfully raised $1.6 billion for its 11th fund, aimed at investing in early-stage companies across various sectors, including AI infrastructure and physical AI. This fund surpassed its initial target and includes contributions from Bain Capital partners, pensions, endow...
Bain Capital Ventures has successfully raised a $1.6 billion fund aimed at supporting early-stage companies that are designed for what the firm refers to as 'life after AGI.' Partner Slater Stich highlighted the firm's focus on opportunities within AI infrastructure, software, robotics, and science...
Matter Venture Partners has successfully closed its second fund, raising $450 million aimed at early-stage HardTech startups in sectors such as robotics, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing. This funding will enable the firm to support innovative companies that are essential for the develo...
Bosch Ventures has made a significant investment in Asylon Robotics aimed at enhancing the development and deployment of autonomous, AI-driven robotic systems. These systems are designed for security, inspection, and other essential physical operations, addressing the increasing need for effective m...
A venture capitalist has claimed that the Optimus robot will surpass iPhone sales, projecting 1 billion units sold globally by 2036. This bold prediction highlights the growing interest and investment in robotics and intelligent technologies, indicating a significant shift in market dynamics. The a...
On August 18, Faraday Future (FF) announced a strategic shift for its subsidiary AIxC Holdings, moving from digital assets to physical AI and robot sharing and leasing. The RoboShare platform has completed its first paid commercial order, deploying over 80 robots, including various models, to enhanc...
Index Ventures has successfully raised $2 billion in capital through three funds, as announced on Friday. This includes $400 million for a new seed-focused fund, $900 million for a venture fund, and an additional $700 million added to a previously established $1.5 billion growth fund, raising its to...
MDI Ventures, established in 2015, is contemplating a sale as it has invested in over 90 companies across 12 countries. The venture arm currently manages total committed assets amounting to US$830 million. This potential sale is significant as it reflects Telkom Indonesia's strategic decisions rega...
On July 27, the smart cooking robot company Zhigu Tianchu announced the completion of a new round of strategic financing, raising nearly 100 million yuan, led by China Merchants Venture Capital. Following this funding, the company will continue to advance physical AI research and accelerate the glob...
China's technology sector is increasingly shaped by state-backed investments, which are altering the funding landscape and igniting discussions on risk versus innovation. Major players like DeepSeek, Zhipu AI, Unitree Robotics, and ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) reflect a shift towards governme...
Inovia Capital, based in Montreal, has successfully secured $200 million in the first close of its sixth venture capital fund, Inovia Capital Fund VI. The firm intends to allocate this capital over the next three years to support 25 to 30 startups across North America and Europe, particularly in sec...
The former head of the World Model division at Huawei's Car Business Unit has launched a new company and successfully raised nearly 100 million yuan in its first round of financing. This significant funding marks a strong start for the new venture, indicating investor confidence in the leadership's...
Meituan has made two significant investments, with a notable focus on a Suzhou-based 'little giant' company that has successfully secured an additional 1 billion yuan in financing. This funding is crucial for the company's growth and innovation in its sector. The importance of this investment lies...
Fady Saad, co-founder of Cybernetix Ventures, discussed the evolving U.S. trade policies affecting Chinese robotics imports. Under the Trump administration, robotics has shifted from an industrial technology focus to a strategic technology and national security concern. This change has led to increa...
Humanoid robots are attracting record funding, yet identifying investors solely focused on robotics remains challenging. Behind the announcements are specialists, deep tech funds, and investment branches of industrial groups. For European startups, understanding these distinctions can significantly...
Embodied Intelligence has attracted over $2 billion in capital, signaling a significant shift towards maritime applications. This influx of funding highlights the growing interest in utilizing advanced robotics and AI technologies in various sectors, particularly in maritime environments. As the i...
Autonomous Solutions Inc. (ASI) and SoftBank Group Corp. have announced a joint venture aimed at commercializing brand-agnostic autonomous heavy equipment to tackle labor shortages in construction. ASI's CEO, Mel Torrie, emphasized the need for innovative solutions to meet the demands of large infra...
TikTok's U.S. unit, TikTok USDS Joint Venture, has joined Lantern, a cross-platform child safety initiative launched in 2023. This program aims to facilitate collaboration among social media companies to share signals of harmful behavior and content, thereby identifying bad actors across platforms....
TechCrunch has unveiled the latest judges for the Startup Battlefield 200 at Disrupt 2026, scheduled for October 13-15 in San Francisco. These venture capitalists will assess startups not just on their pitches, but on their potential to solve real-world problems and sustain growth. The importance o...
Foxconn Technology Group and Alt Automotive Technology have jointly established a new company, Beijing Futekang Intelligent Robotics Technology Co., Ltd., with equal stakes of 45% each. This unusual ownership structure suggests a collaborative decision-making process, as both companies bring unique...
Boston Dynamics has introduced a new venture named Dynamic Creatures, focusing on plush robots. The first product, a modified Spot robot covered in purple fur with animated features, aims to attract visitors in entertainment settings rather than showcase its industrial capabilities. This shift sign...
PlusAI has entered into a merger agreement with Texas Ventures Acquisition III Corp, a special purpose acquisition company, to go public. This deal values PlusAI, an autonomous trucking software company, at around $800 million prior to any new investments. The merger is significant as it could pote...
DEEP Robotics has unveiled footage of its Lynx M20 wheel-legged robot navigating extreme desert terrain, demonstrating its advanced off-road mobility. The robot effectively traverses loose sand, steep slopes, and uneven ground, showcasing its ability to operate in hazardous environments where tradit...
PlusAI Inc. is set to become a publicly traded company through a merger with Texas Ventures Acquisition III Corp., a SPAC. This move comes after PlusAI achieved significant operational milestones, including the operation of autonomous freight routes in Texas and partnerships with major vehicle manuf...
On August 24, Xpeng Motors announced its 2026 mid-year financial report, revealing a revenue of 32.78 billion yuan, a 3.8% year-on-year decline, and a net loss of 3.12 billion yuan, which is a 173.4% increase compared to the previous year. In contrast, the same night, the company secured $900 millio...
Udi Robotics, founded by the original team behind the 'Little Smart' telecom device, is nearing its IPO on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The company has evolved from its telecom roots to become a significant player in the commercial service robotics sector, currently ranking as China's third-largest...
NEC Corporation's venture capital fund has made an investment in US-based robotics startup Dexmate, known for its VEGA humanoid robot and integrated physical AI development platform. This investment, facilitated through the NEC Orchestrating Future Fund, aims to explore the deployment of physical AI...
General Intuition, based in New York, is in discussions to secure funding at a $6 billion pre-money valuation, with participation from Valor Equity Partners and Point72 Ventures. This follows a recent $320 million funding round at a $2.3 billion valuation, highlighting the startup's rapid growth in...
Japanese trading house Itochu is set to enter the data center market, planning to invest several hundred billion yen by 2030 to establish around 10 facilities across Japan. These centers will be leased to major tech companies, including U.S. firms, before potentially being sold off. This move is si...
Travis Kalanick, founder of Uber and current CEO of Atoms, recently criticized venture capitalists (VCs) during a podcast. He stated that only 1% of VCs are genuinely helpful, reflecting on his tumultuous experience with investors, particularly during his departure from Uber in 2017. Kalanick's rema...
Volkswagen Group China announced that its full-scenario advanced driver-assistance system is set to roll out in the third quarter of 2026. This system will be featured in seven new electrified models across the group's three joint ventures in China, marking a significant step in the company's techno...
224 Ventures, an AI-native venture firm, has been launched by Shaun Johnson, Oriol Vinyals, and Yann LeCun. The firm is starting with over $100 million in assets under management, focusing on seed-stage investments. The founders believe that the most promising investment opportunities lie in 'nonco...
Terafab is not a publicly traded entity; it lacks a stock ticker, IPO, or cryptocurrency listing. This joint venture between Tesla and SpaceX, with Intel as a manufacturing partner, represents a semiconductor facility in Grimes County, Texas, with an initial investment exceeding $16.8 billion. The...
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and Oxa have unveiled SHIFFT, a joint venture aimed at establishing Dubai as a leader in autonomous logistics. This initiative will integrate self-driving technology into a comprehensive logistics solution, enhancing productivity and safety in operations at ports and ai...
Liu Yaodong has officially stepped down as CEO of Virtual Motion and exited his management roles at Leyard Group. Industry experts believe he is likely to venture into startups focused on embodied intelligence, leveraging his extensive experience in spatial computing and robotics. During his tenure...
Meta Platforms and BlackRock have established a joint venture to develop a significant AI-focused data center campus in El Paso, Texas, with an estimated cost of $14 billion. This facility will provide 1 gigawatt of computing capacity to enhance Meta's artificial intelligence infrastructure, with th...
A recent video showcasing the Unitree AS2 robot dog navigating rugged mountain paths has sparked significant online discussion. Entrepreneur Harsh Goenka remarked on social media about its ability to climb cliffs and traverse challenging terrains, prompting debates on whether robots will become esse...
Tesseract Ventures, a Kansas City-based robotics and drone company, has been chosen by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to participate in a prototype program aimed at enhancing the U.S. military's use of autonomous drones. This initiative, known as the Containerized Autonomous Drone Delivery System...
Unitree Robotics has received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission for an initial public offering (IPO) in Shanghai, marking a significant milestone for the rapidly growing embodied AI sector in China. This approval follows a successful review by the Shanghai Stock Exchange’s lis...
In 2026, the investment landscape in China is witnessing a significant shift as artificial intelligence (AI) transitions from a conceptual technology to a mainstream industry force. The WAVES 2026 conference, hosted by 36Kr and AnYun, took place over two days in the Liangcang Creative Park in Panyu,...
In a recent roundtable discussion on the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) investment, industry leaders emphasized the importance of acting ahead of consensus to seize opportunities. The forum featured prominent figures such as Zhu Tianyu, managing partner at BlueRun Ventures, and Q...
Pegasus Tech Ventures, in collaboration with CYBERDYNE, has announced the launch of a $60 million fund aimed at supporting startups focused on robotics, physical AI, healthcare, automation, and intelligent systems. This initiative, unveiled recently, seeks to foster innovation in these rapidly evolv...
Wang Yuxin, a notable figure from Huawei and a key member of Yuanstone Technology, has launched a new venture named Xingjie Intelligent, dedicated to advancing 'streaming video generation.' Within just one month of its inception, the company has successfully raised millions in angel funding. Xingjie...
Suzhou Finger Smart Technology has successfully secured a multi-million dollar Pre-A round of financing, spearheaded by Deep Venture Capital. This funding will facilitate the mass production of the company's cutting-edge micro axial flux motors and bolster supply chain delivery for its major global...
StarYuan, a company specializing in embodied intelligence, has successfully raised 1 billion RMB in a Pre-A funding round completed within a span of 10 months. The funding was supported by a range of prestigious investors, including state-owned enterprises and industrial capital. With this financial...
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