SoftBank is in discussions to invest $500 million in SkildAI, a company developing AI models for robotics. This investment would bring SkildAI’s valuation to $4 billion.
The two-year-old startup previously raised $300 million in funding at a $1.5 billion valuation, with investors like Jeff Bezos, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Coatue Management. SkildAI’s technology aims to create a general AI model adaptable for different types of robots, allowing it to be customized for specific applications.
The robotics and AI sector has attracted significant investor interest, with funding surging in the past year. Jeff Bezos and other major investors have been actively supporting AI-powered robotics startups. In November, Physical Intelligence secured $400 million at a $2 billion valuation, positioning itself as a key player in developing AI “brains” for a variety of robots. Similarly, Figure AI raised $675 million last February at a $2.6 billion valuation, backed by Microsoft, OpenAI, Nvidia, Amazon Industrial Innovation Fund, and Bezos Expeditions.
SkildAI’s advancements in robotics AI signal a shift in the industry, where AI-powered automation is gaining momentum. The company’s model allows robots to learn and adapt efficiently, making it a crucial player in this emerging field. As AI continues to integrate into robotics, investments from major firms like SoftBank indicate strong confidence in the future of AI-driven automation. This funding push reflects the growing belief that AI-powered robots will play a significant role across industries, from manufacturing to logistics.
