Angel · August 2026 · Robotics & embodied AI · China
Embodied "instinct" model (Natus) for flexible industrial manufacturing.
| Round date | Stage | Amount | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-10 | Angel | — | China Merchants Venture, NIO Capital (co-leads) | finance.sina.com.cn |
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