Sequoia Capital Leads Mecka AI's New Funding Round, Valuation Nears $500 Million

Beating AI News Flash: According to two people familiar with the matter, humanoid robot data startup Mecka AI is nearing the completion of a new funding round led by Sequoia Capital, with a valuation of approximately $500 million. The size and specific terms of the round have not yet been finalized and may still change.

Mecka AI primarily collects data on everyday human movements through body sensors and smartphones, and uses this data to train humanoid robots and other robotic systems. Founded in 2024, the company just completed a $60 million funding round in June this year, led by Framework Ventures, with participation from Menlo Ventures, SV Angel, and Kindred Ventures.

It is worth noting that Mecka AI's founding team previously focused on restaurant fintech and crypto startups, and did not come from the robotics industry.