Amazon has recently expanded its robotics portfolio by acquiring Fauna Robotics, a startup specializing in kid-sized humanoid robots. Founded by former Meta and Google engineers, Fauna Robotics has been actively developing these innovative robots. The acquisition, as reported by Bloomberg, marks Amazon’s second robotics purchase this month.
While the financial details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, it is confirmed that Fauna Robotics’ team, including its founders, will integrate into Amazon’s operations in New York City. An Amazon spokesperson expressed the company’s enthusiasm about Fauna Robotics’ mission to create capable, safe, and enjoyable robots for all. Leveraging Amazon’s extensive robotics expertise and customer trust, the partnership aims to explore novel ways to enhance customers’ daily lives.
Earlier this year, Fauna Robotics introduced its initial product, a 59-pound bipedal robot named Sprout, to specific research and development partners. This move aligns with Amazon’s continuous efforts to expand its presence in the robotics domain. Notably, this acquisition follows Amazon’s recent procurement of Rivr, an autonomous robotics startup recognized for its stair-climbing delivery robot based in Zurich.
Source: TechCrunch