Neura Robotics reportedly in talks to raise $1.2 billion for humanoid development

Neura Robotics GmbH is reportedly in talks to raise €1 billion (about $1.2 billion) in a new funding round. These funds should accelerate the development of the humanoid robot platform and the expansion of the portfolio of intelligent robotics solutions.

According to Bloomberg, Tether Limited Inc., the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, may take part in the round. The Financial Times previously reported that Tether was considering supporting a major deal with a German robot developer. Neura was previously valued at between €8 billion and €10 billion, but Bloomberg indicates that the company could now be valued closer to €4 billion, not excluding subsequent rounds.

Humanoid as the basis of strategy

Neura Robotics is developing a range of robotic systems with artificial intelligence, where humanoids occupy a key place. The flagship 4NE1 Mini platform is 1.8 m tall and can carry loads of up to 100 kg. The robot moves at a speed of about 5 km/h and is aimed at both industrial and consumer applications.

The company says the 4NE1 Mini understands natural language commands, reflecting Neura's emphasis on onboard AI and multimodal interaction. The humanoid form allows you to work in an environment created for people, which reduces the need to rebuild infrastructure in factories, warehouses and, in the future, in residential premises.

In addition to the 4NE1 Mini, Neura introduced a quadruped robot this year, expanding its line of mobile platforms for complex and uneven surfaces. Although it is not humanoid, the project highlights the company's commitment to creating adaptive robotic systems based on its own AI.

Industrial robotics and modularity

In addition to humanoids, Neura competes in the industrial automation market with robotic arms that are configured through a visual interface without traditional programming. The company produces hardware modules to expand sensory capabilities and teach robots new skills: SenseKit improves the perception of the environment, and a separate module allows you to train manipulators by demonstrating manual movements.

Neura also offers wheeled logistics robots with a lifting capacity of up to 1.5 tons. This direction was strengthened by the acquisition of ek Robotics GmbH, a company specializing in warehouse and logistics automation.

For the consumer market, Neura produces MiPA, a modular robotic system for automating routine tasks. MiPA is equipped with replaceable modules (backpacks, tables, tools), which corresponds to the modular hardware strategy.

Capital for scaling and orders

The new round follows the raising of €120 million about a year ago. Investors then included Volvo Cars Tech Fund, L Bank and other institutional funds. At that time, Neura's order book was estimated at €1 billion, indicating high commercial interest.

If the deal goes through, raising €1 billion would be one of the largest investments in a European humanoid robotics company. The funds will be used to scale production, develop AI and possible acquisitions - Neura aims to become a vertically integrated supplier of intelligent robots.

For operators and automation professionals, this round signals continued investor interest in humanoid platforms as work tools for industrial and mixed environments. The company's valuation revision reflects the maturity of the market, where investments are increasingly dependent on actual orders, product readiness and integration capabilities.