Powering the Future: A Look at Investments in Robotics

The rise of robots isn't just science fiction anymore. Fueled by ongoing research and development (R&D) efforts, robots are rapidly integrating themselves into our daily lives. From bustling factories to our own homes, these ingenious machines are becoming an ever-present reality.

Like most emerging fields, the robotics industry has seen a massive surge in investment, fueled by several factors, including recent technological advancements in AI and a growing demand for automation across diverse sectors. As with the broader technology market, there was a significant spike of investment in 2021, though the market remained robust into 2022, with dollars invested exceeding 2020 highs. This trend indicates a potential maturing of the market, with continued, but potentially less volatile, growth expected in the coming years.

In total, over $90 billion has been invested in robotics since 2018, representing roughly 10 percent of overall VC investments in technology. But while most of the investment has been in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, new regional players are emerging.

We took a deep dive into the global investment trends for robotics in VC over the last years, diving into deal counts by region and stage, and featuring select top startups and firms in the space. The data below is sourced from the Dealroom and PitchBook platforms.

The charts below detail investment trends related to VC investments in robotics by region, MSA, deal stage and company HQ.

Who are the leading contenders in the global race for VC funding in robotics?

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