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Bear Robotics to Acquire Kinisi Robotics, Completing Its End-to-End Physical AI Robotics Platform

· Source: digitaljournal.com

In short

Bear Robotics has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Kinisi Robotics, integrating its KR1 humanoid robot and Physical AI capabilities into Bear's existing fleet of over 16,000 service robots. The acquisition adds a manipulation AI layer that enables Bear's coordinated multi-robot platform to handle picking, sorting, and physical object handling tasks across logistics, industrial, and hospitality environments. The deal reunites Bear with co-founder Brennand Pierce, who will return as Chief Robotics Officer.

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Tags: robotics, warehouse, automation, logistics, acquisition, humanoid

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