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iHub Robotics raises Rs 4.3 Cr in pre-Seed round

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iHub Robotics raises Rs 4.3 Cr in pre-Seed round
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iHub Robotics raises Rs 4.3 Cr in pre-Seed round Humanoid robotics startup iHub Robotics has raised Rs 4.3 crore (about $520K) in a pre-seed funding round from U.S. investors. The company had previously raised $20 million in the same round in Oct. 2023. The fresh capital will be utilized to establish humanoid robotics manufacturing facilities in Kerala, reinforcing its vision to make India a global leader in robotics and AI-driven automation, iHub Robotics said in a press release. Co-founded in 2021 by Athil Krishna, Akhil K Haridasan, and Sarath S, iHub Robotics provides intelligent robotics solutions that are revolutionizing the way businesses operate. It aims to transform industries with cutting-edge technology, enabling them to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. iHub Robotics states that it has already made a significant international impact, exporting its semi-humanoid robot, Tara Gen-1, to the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Tara Gen-1 is the most advanced semi-humanoid robot in India, built with cutting-edge AI and robotics technology. It is designed to operate in hospitality, healthcare, airports, railway stations, and various customer service roles, enhancing efficiency and automation in these industries. Tara Gen-1 leverages advanced human behavior intelligence, allowing it to recognize and respond to human emotions, engage in natural conversations using AI-powered speech recognition, and adapt to different environments with real-time decision-making. It assists customers with navigation, inquiries, and personalized service, functioning seamlessly in multi-language settings. According to the Kerala-based company, it is also committed to empowering the next generation of AI and robotics innovators. The company has launched the iHub School of Learning, a platform dedicated to educating and training students in AI and robotics, with a mission to empower 100,000 students with future-ready skills in deep-tech. iHub Robotics also expects to create over 150 jobs in the next two years, contributing to India’s deep-tech ecosystem.

Quintrans raises $750K in pre-seed round led by Capital-A

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Quintrans raises $750K in pre-seed round led by Capital-A
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Quintrans raises $750K in pre-seed round led by Capital-A Quintrans, a deep tech engineering startup developing India-built direct-drive linear motion systems for industrial automation, robotics, and equipment manufacturing, has raised $750K in a pre-seed funding round led by Capital-A along with participation from Sumeet Kabra of RR Global, SanchiConnect, AIC-Pinnacle, existing partner IIMA Ventures, and others. The proceeds will be used to establish an in-house manufacturing and advanced testing facility in Pune, accelerate R&D across electromagnetic actuation, and build the core engineering and operations team required for commercial rollout, Quintrans said in a press release. Co-founded in 2021 by Pranay Luniya, Kartik Kulkarni, Aniruddha Atigre, and Prasanna Kadambi, Quintrans is a deep tech engineering company developing direct-drive electromagnetic linear motion systems for industrial applications. Its technology enables frictionless, high-speed, and ultra-precise motion for robotics, warehouse automation, and manufacturing environments. As per market research, India manufactured and sold roughly 6.8 million actuators in FY 2022, a figure expected to cross 10–11 million units by FY 2026, driven by automotive, industrial automation, HVAC, and marine applications. According to the Pune-based startup, its design and manufacturing model unlocks cost efficiency, tailored deployments, and assured service. They take an engineering-first approach, developing the hardware and control electronics in-house so customers get a complete, integrated solution. Quintrans is part of MaXcel, the hardware and industrial technology accelerator run by Capital-A and SanchiConnect, supporting startups building engineering-led manufacturing solutions.

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