ANYbotics Opens San Francisco Office, Raises $60M to Boost AI-Driven Industrial Robots
December 12, 2024
The ANYmal robots can autonomously conduct inspection missions, map environments, and plan optimal routes without requiring internet connectivity or human intervention.
To support its growing North American customer base, ANYbotics has recently opened a new office in San Francisco.
ANYbotics, a Zurich-based company, specializes in a four-legged autonomous inspection robot named ANYmal, designed specifically for industrial environments.
In a recent funding round, ANYbotics raised an additional $60 million, bringing its total funding to over $130 million, with contributions from Qualcomm Ventures, Supernova Invest, and others.
CEO Dr. Péter Fankhauser expressed enthusiasm about the new funding, stating it will help scale operations and enhance AI capabilities across various industries.
Investors have highlighted ANYbotics' innovative approach to industrial automation, indicating strong market potential for their robotic solutions.
The company plans to enhance the ANYmal robot's capabilities by integrating advanced sensor arrays for comprehensive monitoring, improving inspection flexibility and precision.
ANYbotics focuses on AI-driven robotic inspection solutions that address safety, efficiency, and sustainability in sectors like energy, power, metals, mining, and chemicals.
The company has secured significant orders from major firms such as BP, Equinor, and Novelis, indicating rapid growth and strong demand for its robots.
Over the past 18 months, ANYbotics has doubled its sales and is now deploying nearly 200 robots across various industries, including oil and gas, mining, and utilities.
ANYbotics is investing in hardware and software improvements, including integrating built-in GPUs into the ANYmal robot for enhanced processing speed and advanced analytics.
This latest funding round is seen as an extension of Series B, with a Series C round anticipated for broader growth and new applications, likely not before 2026.
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TechCrunch • Dec 12, 2024
Anybotics raises $60M to bring more autonomous industrial robots to the U.S. | TechCrunch
SiliconANGLE • Dec 12, 2024
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Tech.eu • Dec 12, 2024
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Silicon Canals • Dec 12, 2024
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