Bedrock Robotics Secures $270M, Siemens Acquires Canopus AI, and VulcanForms Raises $220M - Industrial AI Weekly #40
February 05, 2026 -
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Bedrock Robotics has secured $270 million in Series B funding to advance its autonomous construction technology, aiming to improve productivity and safety in the industry. Meanwhile, POSCO Group has partnered with Persona AI to introduce humanoid robots in steel manufacturing, focusing on logistics management and enhancing safety and efficiency. In the automotive and energy sectors, Polaron has raised $8 million to advance technology that decodes microstructures in materials, enhancing manufacturing processes.
In other news, Dassault Systèmes and NVIDIA have announced a strategic partnership to develop an industrial AI architecture integrating Virtual Twin technologies with NVIDIA's AI infrastructure. The Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center has secured $100 million to boost the commercialization of its bipedal robots, including the TienKung 3.0. Additionally, Siemens has acquired Canopus AI to enhance AI-based metrology in semiconductor manufacturing, aiming to improve precision and efficiency in wafer and mask inspection processes.
Welcome to this week's edition of Industrial AI Weekly.
Bedrock Robotics has secured $270 million in Series B funding to advance its autonomous construction technology, aiming to improve productivity and safety in the industry. Meanwhile, POSCO Group has partnered with Persona AI to introduce humanoid robots in steel manufacturing, focusing on logistics management and enhancing safety and efficiency. In the automotive and energy sectors, Polaron has raised $8 million to advance technology that decodes microstructures in materials, enhancing manufacturing processes.
In other news, Dassault Systèmes and NVIDIA have announced a strategic partnership to develop an industrial AI architecture integrating Virtual Twin technologies with NVIDIA's AI infrastructure. The Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center has secured $100 million to boost the commercialization of its bipedal robots, including the TienKung 3.0. Additionally, Siemens has acquired Canopus AI to enhance AI-based metrology in semiconductor manufacturing, aiming to improve precision and efficiency in wafer and mask inspection processes.
Bedrock Robotics Raises $270 Million for Autonomous Tech
Bedrock Robotics has secured $270 million in Series B funding to advance its autonomous construction technology. The investment will aid in developing connected fleets of autonomous machines to enhance construction productivity and safety. Read more
POSCO Group Partners with Persona AI for Humanoids in Steel Mills
POSCO Group has announced a collaboration with Persona AI to deploy humanoid robots in steel manufacturing, focusing on logistics management and improving safety and efficiency. Read more
Polaron Raises $8 Million for Material Processing Tech
London-based startup Polaron has secured $8 million to advance technology that decodes microstructures in materials, aiming to enhance manufacturing processes in the automotive and energy sectors. Read more
Dassault Systèmes and NVIDIA Partner for Industrial AI Platform
Dassault Systèmes and NVIDIA have announced a strategic partnership to develop an industrial AI platform that integrates Virtual Twin technologies with NVIDIA's AI infrastructure, aiming to enhance various industries. Read more
Beijing Humanoid Robot Center Raises $100 Million
The Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center has secured $100 million to boost the commercialization of its bipedal robots, including the TienKung 3.0, with investments from major companies like Baidu. Read more
Siemens Acquires Canopus AI for Semiconductor Metrology
Siemens has acquired Canopus AI to enhance AI-based metrology in semiconductor manufacturing. This move aims to improve precision and efficiency in wafer and mask inspection processes. Read more
R3 Robotics Secures €20M for EV Dismantling Automation
R3 Robotics has raised €20 million to advance the automated disassembly of electric vehicle systems, aiming to improve efficiency and comply with European recycling regulations. Read more
Hadrian Opens $200 Million Facility in Arizona
Hadrian has inaugurated a new 290,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona, with a $200 million investment. The facility aims to create over 350 jobs and will focus on aerospace and defense components. Read more
Mitsubishi Electric and Landis+Gyr Partner on AI for Grid Intelligence
Mitsubishi Electric and Landis+Gyr have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on enhancing AI-driven grid edge intelligence, focusing initially on North America. Read more
RobCo Raises $100 Million for AI Robots
German startup RobCo has secured $100 million in funding to enhance its AI-driven manufacturing robots, with backing from investors linked to Fiat and Toyota. Read more
Precision Additive Unveils AI-Driven 3D Metal Printer
On January 28, 2026, Precision Additive introduced the PA-300, an AI-driven 3D metal printer designed for defense and aerospace applications, boasting significantly faster build speeds and real-time monitoring capabilities. Read more
Focus FS Secures $8 Million for AI Offshore Safety Initiative
On January 28, 2026, Focus FS announced an $8 million AI initiative to enhance safety in offshore oil and gas, with significant contributions from the Hibernia and Hebron Projects. Read more
Exiger Integrates AI SCRM with Snowflake Energy Solutions
Exiger has integrated its AI-driven supply chain risk management into Snowflake's Energy Solutions, enhancing risk management capabilities for energy organizations. Read more
Tredence and Snowflake Collaborate on AI for Energy
Tredence and Snowflake have partnered to enhance AI-driven intelligence in the energy sector, focusing on modernizing operations and improving efficiency for oil, gas, and utilities companies. Read more
Optilogic and ORTEC Partner for AI Supply Chain Solutions
Optilogic and ORTEC have announced a global strategic alliance to enhance supply chain resilience and efficiency by combining their expertise in optimization and network design technology. Read more
VulcanForms Raises $220 Million for AI-Driven Manufacturing
VulcanForms has secured $220 million in Series D funding to expand its AI-driven digital metal manufacturing platform in the U.S., aiming to boost production capacity and domestic manufacturing capabilities. Read more
Dow to Cut 4,500 Jobs in AI and Automation Shift
Dow is set to reduce its workforce by approximately 4,500 positions as it pivots towards artificial intelligence and automation. The company anticipates significant severance and one-time costs associated with this transition. Read more
Polaron Raises €6.7 Million for AI in Materials Science
London-based AI startup Polaron has secured €6.7 million to boost its engineering team and advance AI tools for materials science. Read more
CloudForge Raises $3.95 Million for AI in Metals Supply Chain
CloudForge has secured $3.95 million in funding to enhance its AI-powered platform for the metals supply chain, with contributions from Zero Infinity Partners, Resolute Ventures, and Bienville Capital. Read more
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