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Eka is worth $1.45B thanks to a physical AI model that has experts raving

Robotics startup reaches billion-dollar milestone on physical model breakthrough

By GPU Data Hub Desk · GPU Data Hub·Editorial standards·

Robotics developer Eka Robotics has achieved a valuation of $1.45 billion following positive reception to its latest physical automation model. The company's robotic arm system is designed to handle varied objects with human-like precision and fluidity. The development represents growing commercial momentum behind physical artificial intelligence and advanced automation hardware.

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