Mercedes Benz Supports Apptronik In Advancing Humanoid Robotics

Our work with Apptronik has given us a front-row seat to the incredible pace of progress in humanoid robotics and AI, and the transformative potential these technologies hold for modern manufacturing.
Apptronik, a company specializing in AI-powered humanoid robotics, has long been focused on developing robots capable of functioning in complex, real-world environments. Founded as a spinoff from the Human Centered Robotics Lab at the University of Texas at Austin, the company has steadily built its reputation in the field of embodied AI.  Apptronik announced the successful close of a $403 million Series A funding round, which was oversubscribed. Initially set at $350 million, the round attracted additional investment due to strong market interest. Led by B Capital and Capital Factory, the funding round saw participation from major players, including Google, Mercedes-Benz, Japan Post Capital, ARK Invest, Helium-3, Magnetar, RyderVentures (the corporate venture arm of Ryder System,
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Anshika Mathews
Anshika is the Senior Content Strategist for AIM Research. She holds a keen interest in technology and related policy-making and its impact on society. She can be reached at anshika.mathews@aimresearch.co
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