AI & Robotics
Manifest 2026: Apptronik Nears $1B, Boston Dynamics CEO Exits
The Manifest supply chain conference highlighted major robotics industry shifts, including Apptronik's $520M raise, Symbotic's acquisition of Fox Robotics, and a leadership change at Boston Dynamics.
Key Takeaways
- Apptronik raised $520M in Series A-X funding, bringing total capital to nearly $1 billion for Apollo humanoid robot production
- Symbotic acquired autonomous forklift maker Fox Robotics, with both companies sharing Walmart as a major client
- Boston Dynamics CEO Robert Playter steps down February 27 after leading the company through Hyundai acquisition and Atlas launch
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