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Mecka AI nears $500M valuation in Sequoia-led deal amid rush for robot training data

TechCrunchPublished 2 hours ago

Mecka AI, a startup that gathers human motion data to train humanoid robots, is close to securing a new funding round led by Sequoia Capital, valuing the company at around $500 million. Founded in 2024, Mecka pays individuals to record daily tasks to provide real-world data essential for robotics development.

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