Theker raised $85M to build the factory robot that doesn't specialize in anything
theker raised $85m to build modular robots for general factory tasks. this funding validates demand for flexible automation beyond fixed-purpose machines.
barcelona-based ai robotics startup the ker raised $85m in a series a round led by crv, backed by samsung and lvmh's aglaé ventures. the funding supports the development of modular robots designed for generalist tasks in logistics and manufacturing, contrasting with fixed-form humanoids or single-function bots. by allowing hardware reconfiguration, the ker targets the messy reality of factories where processes vary too much for traditional automation. with strategic investors like inditex and samsung, the startup aims to bypass pilot programs and deploy directly into operations across europe, the us, and asia.