Apptronik, a AI-powered humanoid robotics company, has secured $350 million in Series A funding to scale its groundbreaking robot, Apollo. B Capital and Capital Factory co-led the round, with participation from Google. This investment enables Apptronik to expand operations, enhance Apollo’s capabilities, and meet the rising demand for humanoid robots in industrial and consumer markets. CEO Jeff Cardenas emphasized Apptronik’s mission to develop humanoid robots that work alongside humans in groundbreaking ways. By combining advanced AI with user-friendly hardware, the company aims to redefine robotics for industries such as logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare. Investor confidence in Apptronik stems from its capital efficiency and rapid progress. With only $28 million in prior funding, the company achieved major milestones, including collaborations with NASA, NVIDIA, and Google DeepMind.
Strategic partnerships with Mercedes-Benz and GXO Logistics further validate Apollo’s real-world applications. The funding accelerates Apollo’s development, enabling Apptronik to refine its humanoid robot platform and explore new applications. The company’s proprietary actuation technology enhances affordability and scalability, making mass production viable. Demand continues to surge across industries, including automotive, electronics manufacturing, and third-party logistics. Founded in 2016 at the University of Texas at Austin’s Human-Centered Robotics Lab, Apptronik has built 15 robotic systems, including NASA’s Valkyrie. Apollo, its most advanced humanoid robot, is designed for seamless collaboration in workplaces. With expanded deployment planned for 2025, Apptronik positions itself at the forefront of AI-powered humanoid robotics.
