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UK ROBOTICS STARTUP HUMANOID RAISES $150M

AI DESK1 MIN READ
FRI, JUL 17, 2026

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Humanoid, a London-based robotics company, secured $150 million in its Series A first tranche at a $1.2 billion pre-money valuation. The startup is targeting an additional $80-100 million by September.

The funding round values Humanoid at $1.2 billion, positioning it among the well-capitalized robotics startups emerging from the UK. The first tranche of $150 million will support the company's development and commercialization efforts in the competitive robotics sector. Humanoid's pursuit of another $80-100 million by September suggests aggressive expansion plans. The additional funding would bring the Series A to a total of $230-250 million, significantly boosting the startup's runway and market position. The funding comes as robotics and AI continue to attract substantial investor interest. Humanoid joins a growing list of robotics companies securing nine-figure investments as the industry pushes toward commercialization of humanoid robots and automation solutions.

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