Apptronik has secured an impressive $350 million in Series A funding, backed by B Capital, Google, and Capital Factory, to accelerate the production of its humanoid robot, Apollo. The investment marks a significant milestone in the rapidly evolving humanoid robotics sector, with Apptronik positioning itself at the forefront of AI-powered automation. “We’re creating the world’s most advanced and capable humanoid robots, designed to work alongside humans in meaningful ways,” said CEO Jeff Cardenas.
With strategic partnerships spanning NASA, NVIDIA, Mercedes-Benz, and GXO Logistics, Apptronik is gearing up to revolutionize industries such as logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing. Apollo, its flagship humanoid robot, is designed for real-world applications, enhancing workforce efficiency and addressing labor shortages across sectors. This funding will fuel its mass production, bringing intelligent automation closer to widespread adoption.
The global humanoid robotics movement is gaining momentum, with tech leaders pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Elon Musk envisions a future where AI-powered humanoids unlock “quasi-infinite products and services,” transforming economies and industries. Figure’s Brett Adcock shares a similarly bold prediction: “In our lifetime, you will see more humanoid robots than humans when you’re out and about.” Figure’s new Robot/AI Campus is dedicated to mass-producing robots for practical deployment, signaling a shift toward large-scale humanoid integration.
India is also making strides in this space. Satish Shukla, co-founder of Addverb, disclosed in an exclusive interview that his company is set to launch its own humanoid this year. “For every human, we probably might have one humanoid,” he remarked, forecasting mass adoption within three to four years. This rapid progress underscores the accelerating convergence of AI and robotics, bringing humanoid co-workers, assistants, and even companions closer to reality.
As investments and technological advancements continue to surge, the humanoid robotics industry is on the brink of a transformative era. With players like Apptronik, Tesla, Figure, and Addverb leading the charge, the integration of AI-driven humanoids into everyday life is no longer a distant vision but an imminent revolution.
