Robotics company Tombot has secured $6.1 million in Series A funding. The investment was led by Caduceus Capital Partners and will support the development and distribution of Jennie, a robotic puppy designed to assist individuals with dementia and other health issues.
Jennie is equipped with sensors for touch, voice commands and movement and is designed to reduce stress and loneliness. It is rechargeable, easy to clean and can be customized through a caregiver app. Over 16,000 pre-order and waitlist customers are expected to receive the product.
Tombot will invest the money in expanding its team, finalizing engineering and completing regulatory and safety certifications. These steps are necessary to prepare Jennie for customer shipments and ensure it meets all required standards for use in healthcare settings.
