SoftBank Investment Advisers

SoftBank Investment Advisers is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in growth equity and late-stage investments. It is a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp. The firm focuses primarily on the technology sector, targeting areas such as artificial intelligence, robotics, internet-of-things, telecommunications, computational biology, cloud technologies, fintech, consumer internet, and healthcare. SoftBank Investment Advisers typically invests a minimum of $100 million in both minority and majority stakes in private or public companies, with a strong emphasis on opportunities in the United States and globally. Established in 2017, the firm aims to leverage its operational expertise and extensive global network to foster innovation and drive growth in its portfolio companies.

Eric Chen

Managing Partner

Serena Dayal

Investment Director

Angela Du

Partner, Americas

Colin Fan

Managing Partner, Americas, Asia

Ted Fike

Director, Americas

Vishal Gupta

Director

Lydia Jett

Partner

Sumer Juneja

Partner and Head of India

Robert Kaplan

Partner, Americas

Greg Moon

Managing Partner, Asia

Karol Niewiadomski

Partner

Shu Nyatta

Managing Partner

Max Ohrstrand

Director

Vikas Parekh

Partner

Yanni Pipilis

Managing Partner

Kirthiga Reddy

Executive Partner

Brett Rochkind

Managing Partner

Ram Trichur

Partner

Bryant Wang

Investor

Aaron Wong

Vice President

Andrew Zloto

Partner, Americas

Past deals in Industrial Automation

Jaka Robot

Series D in 2022
Jaka Robot is a Shanghai-based company that specializes in the development, engineering, manufacturing, and marketing of industrial robots. Founded in 2014, the company offers a range of products including the JAKA ZuTM robot, which features a wireless control system compatible with mobile applications, and JAKA MES, a system designed for information integration across various factory departments. Additionally, Jaka Robot produces conveyor systems, palletizing robot systems, and liner molding machines. The company's offerings cater to multiple industries, including food and beverage, chemical, packaging, electronics, and mechanical processing.

Symbotic

Post in 2022
Symbotic™ is a global provider of integrated supply network automation solutions for warehouses and distribution centers. Symbotic’s mission is to continually advance the development and commercialization of advanced robotic material handling systems and provide best in class return on investment for high throughput, optimal space utilization and flexible automation solutions that can easily integrate into the customer’s existing supply network and distribution infrastructure. Symbotic has developed proprietary and innovative robotics and software to deliver an advanced automation solution to make the supply chain faster, more efficient and more profitable for manufacturers, distributors and retailers of all sizes.

RightHand Robotics

Series C in 2022
RightHand Robotics, Inc. specializes in manufacturing robotic order-picking systems designed for various industrial applications, including e-commerce, food handling, and flexible manufacturing. The company offers innovative products such as the ReFlex SF, which features a 3D-printed palm equipped with servos and compliant fingers, and the ReFlex TakkTile, a tactile sensor that enhances the robots' ability to grasp items gently and make adjustments to avoid errors. Their technology allows robots to automatically grasp a wide range of items from bins and cases, eliminating the need for extensive data-entry or parameter-tuning, thereby making the systems cost-effective and adaptable to the evolving needs of businesses. Founded in 2015, RightHand Robotics is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with a sales and business development office located in Frankfurt, Germany.

Sobot Technologies

Series D in 2022
Sobot Technologies specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based customer care solutions. The company provides a range of services, including online customer service robots, intelligent call-in robots, manual online customer services, intelligent outbound robots, cloud call centers, and work order systems. Additionally, Sobot offers customer service applications, call integration, localized deployment, and human resource operation management services. The firm caters to various industries, such as education and training, e-commerce, corporate services, domestic services, game entertainment, and banking. Founded in 2012, Sobot Technologies is headquartered in Beijing, China.

Fourier Intelligence

Series D in 2022
Shanghai Fourier Intelligence Co. Ltd. specializes in the development of exoskeleton and rehabilitation robotics products aimed at enhancing mobility and therapeutic outcomes for users with movement impairments. Key products include the ExoMotus X2, an exoskeleton robot designed for walking assistance, and the ArmMotus M2, which aids in arm rehabilitation, focusing on shoulder and elbow joint movement. The WristMotus M1-W facilitates normal wrist movements, while CycleMotus provides an intuitive interface for patients to continue rehabilitation at home after clinical discharge. Additionally, the company is involved in various initiatives such as the Fourier Intelligence Group Therapy (FiGT), the Fourier Intelligent Rehabilitation Hub (FiRH), and the Fourier Exoskeleton & Robotics Open Platform System (EXOPS), which are aimed at advancing education and development in exoskeleton and robotics systems. Founded in 2015 and based in Shanghai, Fourier Intelligence combines technology and design to address the needs of individuals with disabilities and enhance their quality of life.

Youibot

Series B in 2021
Youibot Robotics Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company focused on the research, development, and manufacturing of autonomous mobile robots. The firm has independently developed a cutting-edge robot platform that utilizes advanced laser radar and visual real-time SLAM technology for navigation and mapping. Youibot's innovative systems are designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, offering competitive solutions for various industries. Their product line includes autonomous robots equipped with a standalone control system and a cluster collaboration platform, enabling efficient and automated operations for clients.

Robin AI

Seed Round in 2021
Robin AI is a legal technology startup focused on automating legal processes through artificial intelligence. Its software enhances the contract mark-up process by providing essential features while ensuring enterprise-grade encryption and security, which helps safeguard sensitive data. The platform empowers legal teams to delegate low-complexity tasks, thereby simplifying and streamlining legal workflows. By automating routine aspects of legal work, Robin AI enables professionals to concentrate on more complex and high-value tasks, ultimately improving productivity and efficiency within legal practices.

Gaussian Robot

Series C in 2021
Shanghai Gaussian Automation Technology Development Co., Ltd., founded in 2013 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in the development and manufacture of commercial automatic sweeping robots. The company offers a diverse range of products, including commercial cleaning robots, unmanned sanitation vehicles, smart surveillance robots, and autonomous building management solutions. Gaussian Robot leverages advanced technologies such as simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) to enhance the functionality and precision of its robots, providing effective and innovative solutions for various commercial applications.

Opentrons

Series C in 2021
Opentrons is a company focused on developing pipetting robot technology to automate laboratory experiments. By utilizing open-source principles and programming in Python, Opentrons creates automated lab equipment that streamlines various scientific processes. Their product offerings encompass lab robots, workstations, hardware modules, consumables, reagents, and labware, all designed to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of research. This automation helps scientific researchers reduce human error and expedite their experimental workflows, making lab work faster and less labor-intensive.

Keenon

Series D in 2021
Keenon Robotics is a company focused on the development of commercial service robots designed for use in various sectors, including restaurants, catering, hotels, retail, hospitals, and museums. The robots employ advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine vision, and machine learning to enhance operational efficiency. By automating workflows, Keenon's robots help businesses reduce costs and improve service delivery in various applications, including food delivery and customer assistance. The innovation and capabilities of these robots position Keenon as a significant player in the growing market for automation solutions across diverse industries.

Agile Robots

Series C in 2021
Agile Robots AG, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Gilching, Germany, specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based software for robotic solutions. The company focuses on creating intelligent robot systems that incorporate perception, intelligence, and actuation. Its core products include a lightweight 7-degree-of-freedom robotic arm, a general-purpose robot controller, and a robot vision system. Agile Robots emphasizes full-body force sensitivity and vision intelligence, enabling their robotic systems to interpret the shape, material, and measurements of various objects. This technology facilitates applications in manufacturing, medical assistance, and service robotics. With an additional office in Beijing, China, Agile Robots is dedicated to advancing the integration of AI with physical robotics.

Adapdix

Funding Round in 2021
Adapdix specializes in providing a software platform designed to optimize Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) at the edge for enterprises. Its Adapdix EdgeOps™ platform enhances equipment uptime, reduces supply chain and logistics costs, and improves productivity for remote workers. The software automates real-time operational and business decisions, facilitating the scaling of AI technologies across organizations. By integrating machine learning and AI, Adapdix enables ultra-low-latency predictive maintenance and control, allowing clients to effectively detect and prevent faults while automating self-correcting actions. The company has successfully implemented its solutions in collaboration with leading industrial firms and OEM/machine equipment partners, achieving significant operational advancements.

ONES

Series B in 2021
ONES.AI is a technology company specializing in enterprise-level research and development management solutions. Founded in 2015, the company offers a suite of tools designed to enhance project and program management. Its offerings include ONES Project for overseeing project progress, ONES Plan for managing programs, ONES Wiki for repository management, ONES TestCase for managing test cases and plans, and ONES Pipeline for continuous integration and delivery management. ONES.AI has served over 20,000 enterprises and organizations across various sectors, including new retail, gaming, live broadcasting, fintech, and artificial intelligence. The company's platform aims to improve management effectiveness and operational efficiency for its clients.

AInnovation

Series D in 2021
AInnovation owns and operates a company that offers products and services based on artificial intelligence to different companies. Its platform uses technologies such as recognition of vision in computers, learning machines, and processing natural languages and offers advantages on efficiency and algorithm that permit companies to improve productivity and performance, enabling businesses to enhance efficiency and value and achieve digital transformation.

AutoStore

Secondary Market in 2021
AutoStore AS, headquartered in Nedre Vats, Norway, specializes in manufacturing automated warehousing and storage systems. Founded in 1995, the company offers a patented goods-to-man system that efficiently handles small items while maximizing storage capacity and minimizing the footprint of warehouse operations. Its products include robots, grids, bins, controllers, workstations, and warehouse management systems (WMS). AutoStore's solutions are distributed through a global network of third-party partners, including Bastian Solutions, AM Automation, Egemin, Swisslog, Element Logic, and LG CNS. The company's innovative approach has established it as a leader in automated retrieval and material handling solutions within the logistics industry.

XAG

Series D in 2020
XAG Co., Ltd. designs and develops drones, robots, autonomous driving solution, and artificial intelligence (AI) based equipment for agricultural industry. The company offers unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) equipment for various types of applications, such as model aircraft for weekend hobbyists and large-scale professional UAVs for commercial and industrial applications. The company offers aerial imaging and monitoring products, including flight control systems, multi-task weatherproof UAV systems, brushless gimbals, and frames; and commercial UAVs for lifting and logistics applications. Its commercial and industrial products and services are used for low-altitude airspace logistics, police force assistance, medical rescue assistance, forest fire prevention, geological prospecting, aerial photography, surveying, and arctic expedition. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Guangzhou, China.

AUTO1 Group

Convertible Note in 2020
AUTO1 Group GmbH operates a digital platform that connects buyers and sellers in the used car market, facilitating transactions in Europe and North America. Founded in 2012 and based in Berlin, the company sources used cars from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), dealerships, and its own business units, which include AUTO1.com and Autohero.com. The platform provides a seamless experience for both individual customers and professional dealers, allowing them to trade used cars at transparent prices without the complexities of negotiation. AUTO1 Group has two main segments: Merchant, where used cars are sold to commercial dealers, and Retail, which focuses on sales to private customers. The company continues to expand its presence, operating in nearly 30 countries and offering a diversified inventory that enhances its marketplace capabilities.

Brain

Series D in 2020
Brain Corporation, founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Diego, California, specializes in artificial intelligence and robotics automation software. The company develops a cloud-based AI platform designed for self-driving robots, which integrates with off-the-shelf hardware and sensors through its proprietary BrainOS operating system. This technology equips robots with advanced computer vision and AI capabilities, allowing them to navigate complex environments effectively. Brain Corporation's solutions are employed across various sectors, including delivery, healthcare, security, and personal services, and notably power commercial floor scrubbers. With additional offices in Amsterdam and Tokyo, the company has established itself as a key player in the robotics industry, recognized for its transformative core technology and comprehensive support for autonomous machine builders.

Bear Robotics

Series A in 2020
Bear Robotics, Inc. designs and manufactures autonomous robots specifically for the food service industry. The company's flagship product, Penny, is an AI-based robot that autonomously transports food, dishes, and drinks within restaurants, enhancing customer service and operational efficiency. By addressing challenges related to labor supply, wage pressures, and cost management, Bear Robotics aims to transform the dining experience for customers while increasing job satisfaction for employees and profitability for restaurant owners. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Bear Robotics is focused on leveraging robotics and artificial intelligence to innovate hospitality management.

Berkshire Grey

Series B in 2020
Berkshire Grey, Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven robotic and automated material handling systems aimed at enhancing omnichannel fulfillment. Founded in 2013 and based in Lexington, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of solutions, including AI software, robotic arms, mobile robotic systems, and advanced sorting technologies. Its systems leverage artificial intelligence, computer vision, and machine learning to automate tasks traditionally performed by humans, thereby increasing accuracy and throughput in logistics and supply chain operations. Berkshire Grey's technology is designed to handle diverse products and packaging types, providing a significant competitive advantage to its customers. The company primarily generates its revenue from North America and operates as a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp.

Accel Robotics

Series A in 2019
Accel Robotics Corporation, founded in 2015 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for retail environments. The company has developed an advanced visual intelligence platform that enhances customer experiences through its OMNIO robot, which facilitates a checkout-free shopping process. Shoppers can enter a store, select items, and leave without traditional checkouts, receiving receipts via text or app notifications. This technology empowers retailers to streamline operations, extend their market reach, and increase revenue while providing customers with a convenient shopping experience. Accel Robotics also maintains offices in Tokyo, Japan, and Buenos Aires, Argentina, focusing on areas such as computer vision, product design, and software development.

Automation Anywhere

Series B in 2019
Automation Anywhere, Inc. specializes in business process automation solutions, positioning itself as a leader in Robotic Process Automation (RPA). The company provides a comprehensive platform that integrates RPA, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and analytics, allowing organizations to automate complex, repetitive tasks through software bots. Its offerings include Automation Anywhere Enterprise for IT and business process automation, as well as various tools for testing and process documentation. The company supports a wide range of clients across industries, having deployed over 1.8 million bots for more than 4,000 customers globally. Automation Anywhere, founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, operates in over 40 countries and collaborates with a network of approximately 2,000 partners to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer experiences.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2019
Cruise is building advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people with places, things, and experiences they care about. Cruise autonomous vehicles are actively navigating challenging and unpredictable driving environments, tackling the complex traffic scenarios human drivers face daily to bring self-driving technology to the world.

Boston Dynamics

Venture Round in 2019
Boston Dynamics, Inc. is an engineering company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in the design and development of advanced robots and software. Originally a spin-off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company focuses on creating dynamic robots that can navigate complex environments and perform various tasks, resembling the movement of animals. Its notable products include Handle, a mobile box-handling robot; Spot, a versatile quadruped robot; and Atlas, a humanoid robot designed for complex tasks. The company also develops specialized robots such as Pick, a deep-learning depalletizing robot, and BigDog, engineered for rough terrain. Boston Dynamics collaborates with various organizations, including the U.S. military and commercial entities, to advance robotic technology. Additionally, the company produces DI-Guy, a leading real-time human simulation software. Boston Dynamics operates as a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp.

Automation Anywhere

Series A in 2018
Automation Anywhere, Inc. specializes in business process automation solutions, positioning itself as a leader in Robotic Process Automation (RPA). The company provides a comprehensive platform that integrates RPA, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and analytics, allowing organizations to automate complex, repetitive tasks through software bots. Its offerings include Automation Anywhere Enterprise for IT and business process automation, as well as various tools for testing and process documentation. The company supports a wide range of clients across industries, having deployed over 1.8 million bots for more than 4,000 customers globally. Automation Anywhere, founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, operates in over 40 countries and collaborates with a network of approximately 2,000 partners to enhance operational efficiency and improve customer experiences.

Cruise

Corporate Round in 2018
GM Cruise LLC, doing business as Cruise Automation, develops and manufactures Cruise RP-1, a highway autopilot system for cars. Its products features include precision steering, car and lane tracking, adaptive speed control, and collision avoidance. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Francisco, California. As of May 12, 2016, Cruise Automation, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of General Motors Company.

AUTO1 Group

Series F in 2018
AUTO1 Group GmbH operates a digital platform that connects buyers and sellers in the used car market, facilitating transactions in Europe and North America. Founded in 2012 and based in Berlin, the company sources used cars from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), dealerships, and its own business units, which include AUTO1.com and Autohero.com. The platform provides a seamless experience for both individual customers and professional dealers, allowing them to trade used cars at transparent prices without the complexities of negotiation. AUTO1 Group has two main segments: Merchant, where used cars are sold to commercial dealers, and Retail, which focuses on sales to private customers. The company continues to expand its presence, operating in nearly 30 countries and offering a diversified inventory that enhances its marketplace capabilities.

Fetch Robotics

Series B in 2017
Fetch Robotics, Inc. is a company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous mobile robot solutions for the warehousing and intralogistics sectors. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on collaborative robots that enhance material handling and data collection processes. Its product offerings include the Fetch cloud robotics platform, VirtualConveyor for material transport, and DataSurvey for data collection. Fetch Robotics aims to provide reliable and safe autonomous mobile robot solutions, leveraging its expertise to improve efficiency in industrial operations. The company is recognized as a venture-backed startup in Silicon Valley, contributing significantly to advancements in robotics technology.

RPA Holdings Japan

Venture Round in 2017
RPA Holdings, Inc. is a holding company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in robot outsourcing and transformation services. Founded in 2000, the company also operates PRESCO, which focuses on online advertising and affiliate marketing. In addition to its core business, RPA Holdings provides office-work outsourcing solutions, catering to various operational needs in the business sector.

Brain

Series C in 2017
Brain Corporation, founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Diego, California, specializes in artificial intelligence and robotics automation software. The company develops a cloud-based AI platform designed for self-driving robots, which integrates with off-the-shelf hardware and sensors through its proprietary BrainOS operating system. This technology equips robots with advanced computer vision and AI capabilities, allowing them to navigate complex environments effectively. Brain Corporation's solutions are employed across various sectors, including delivery, healthcare, security, and personal services, and notably power commercial floor scrubbers. With additional offices in Amsterdam and Tokyo, the company has established itself as a key player in the robotics industry, recognized for its transformative core technology and comprehensive support for autonomous machine builders.

Nauto

Series B in 2017
Nauto is an AI-technology company that’s improving the safety of commercial fleets today and the autonomous fleets of tomorrow. Nauto’s intelligent driver safety system assesses how drivers interact with the vehicle and the road ahead to reduce distracted driving and prevent collisions. Nauto’s intelligent driver safety system assesses how drivers interact with the vehicle and the road ahead to reduce distracted driving and prevent collisions. With this knowledge, Nauto is powering the development of self-driving technology that brings the best of human driving to autonomy.

Boston Dynamics

Acquisition in 2017
Boston Dynamics, Inc. is an engineering company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in the design and development of advanced robots and software. Originally a spin-off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company focuses on creating dynamic robots that can navigate complex environments and perform various tasks, resembling the movement of animals. Its notable products include Handle, a mobile box-handling robot; Spot, a versatile quadruped robot; and Atlas, a humanoid robot designed for complex tasks. The company also develops specialized robots such as Pick, a deep-learning depalletizing robot, and BigDog, engineered for rough terrain. Boston Dynamics collaborates with various organizations, including the U.S. military and commercial entities, to advance robotic technology. Additionally, the company produces DI-Guy, a leading real-time human simulation software. Boston Dynamics operates as a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp.

Bear Robotics

Angel Round in 2017
Bear Robotics, Inc. designs and manufactures autonomous robots specifically for the food service industry. The company's flagship product, Penny, is an AI-based robot that autonomously transports food, dishes, and drinks within restaurants, enhancing customer service and operational efficiency. By addressing challenges related to labor supply, wage pressures, and cost management, Bear Robotics aims to transform the dining experience for customers while increasing job satisfaction for employees and profitability for restaurant owners. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Bear Robotics is focused on leveraging robotics and artificial intelligence to innovate hospitality management.

OSIsoft

Private Equity Round in 2017
OSIsoft, LLC specializes in providing an open enterprise infrastructure designed to connect sensor-based data, operations, and personnel, facilitating real-time insights for various industries. Its flagship product, the PI System, serves as the industry standard for managing real-time data and events, enabling organizations to analyze, collect, visualize, and historize enterprise data. This system supports a wide range of sectors including oil and gas, utilities, manufacturing, life sciences, and critical facilities, allowing users to enhance asset management, comply with regulations, and improve operational efficiency. Additionally, OSIsoft offers the PI Integrator, which integrates sensor-based data with advanced analytics and visualization tools. With installations in over 107 countries, the company maintains a global presence and has formed strategic alliances with notable firms such as Microsoft and SAP. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in San Leandro, California, OSIsoft operates as a subsidiary of Estudillo Holdings Corp.

OSIsoft

Acquisition in 2017
OSIsoft, LLC specializes in providing an open enterprise infrastructure designed to connect sensor-based data, operations, and personnel, facilitating real-time insights for various industries. Its flagship product, the PI System, serves as the industry standard for managing real-time data and events, enabling organizations to analyze, collect, visualize, and historize enterprise data. This system supports a wide range of sectors including oil and gas, utilities, manufacturing, life sciences, and critical facilities, allowing users to enhance asset management, comply with regulations, and improve operational efficiency. Additionally, OSIsoft offers the PI Integrator, which integrates sensor-based data with advanced analytics and visualization tools. With installations in over 107 countries, the company maintains a global presence and has formed strategic alliances with notable firms such as Microsoft and SAP. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in San Leandro, California, OSIsoft operates as a subsidiary of Estudillo Holdings Corp.

Quicktron

Series B in 2017
Quicktron Robotics is an industrial automation company that provides hardware, control software, and robotic system solutions. It specializes in developing intelligent driving, robot, autonomous driving, automation, fulfillment center, and material handling.

Fetch Robotics

Series A in 2015
Fetch Robotics, Inc. is a company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in developing and manufacturing autonomous mobile robot solutions for the warehousing and intralogistics sectors. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on collaborative robots that enhance material handling and data collection processes. Its product offerings include the Fetch cloud robotics platform, VirtualConveyor for material transport, and DataSurvey for data collection. Fetch Robotics aims to provide reliable and safe autonomous mobile robot solutions, leveraging its expertise to improve efficiency in industrial operations. The company is recognized as a venture-backed startup in Silicon Valley, contributing significantly to advancements in robotics technology.

Connected Corporation

Venture Round in 1999
Connected Corporation is the leading provider of storage software for automated protection, archiving and recovery of distributed data.
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