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CARBONSIX LANDS $40M SERIES A FOR MANUFACTURING AI

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THU, JUL 2, 2026

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CarbonSix, a San Francisco-based Physical AI company, raised $40 million in Series A funding co-led by DSC Investment and LB Investment. The capital will support the company's AI automation and robotic intelligence platform for manufacturing.

CarbonSix develops Physical AI technology designed to automate manufacturing processes through robotic intelligence. The company's platform combines AI with robotics to optimize production workflows and reduce manual labor in industrial settings. The Series A round values the company's technology in an increasingly competitive space where AI-driven automation is reshaping manufacturing. DSC Investment and LB Investment jointly led the funding, signaling investor confidence in CarbonSix's approach to applying AI and robotics at scale. Manufacturing automation has attracted significant venture capital investment as companies seek efficiency gains and labor solutions. CarbonSix joins other startups addressing industrial automation through AI-powered systems. The company plans to deploy its technology across manufacturing sectors, with the Series A funding supporting product development and market expansion. Financial details regarding valuation were not disclosed.

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