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Contoro Robotics
Solves labor problems with robotics by combining AI and human intelligence
About Contoro Robotics
Contoro is a pioneering startup specializing in teleoperation technology, which allows for the remote control of robots from any location worldwide. Founded by Dr. Youngmok Yun, who has over a decade of experience in developing advanced human-robot interfaces, the company has received significant support from NASA and the National Science Foundation. Contoro's technology integrates artificial intelligence (AI) with human oversight, enabling robots to perform tasks autonomously while still allowing human operators to intervene when necessary. This dual approach not only enhances the robots' capabilities but also enables the AI to learn from human interactions, improving its performance over time.
Contoro operates in multiple sectors, including warehousing, manufacturing, agriculture, and both home and office services. By addressing labor shortages and increasing efficiency in these industries, Contoro aims to solve complex labor problems that were previously considered insurmountable. The company's business model revolves around providing teleoperation solutions to businesses in these sectors, thereby generating revenue through the sale of its technology and related services.
The market for teleoperation technology is expanding rapidly as industries seek innovative solutions to improve productivity and reduce labor costs. Contoro is well-positioned to capitalize on this trend, offering a unique blend of AI and human intelligence that sets it apart from competitors. By continuously refining its technology and expanding its applications, Contoro aims to become a leader in the teleoperation space.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2022
- Headquarters
- Austin, United States
- Employees
- 50
- Open positions
- 7
- Dealroom signal
- 88.1/100
- Industry
- Robotics
- Sector
- Robotics, Industrial Automation, Industrial Technology, Warehouse Automation, DT and LS, science-based
- Technology
- Hardware, Deep Tech
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EARLY VC✓Equity / VC | Apr 2026 | $0 | — | Coupang | ↗ |
| EARLY VC✓Equity / VC | Mar 2025 | $14M | $54M | Undisclosed | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Contoro Robotics is 2.5K monthly website visits, down 34.2% over the last three months. Contoro Robotics's team grew 31.6% over the past year.
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Seed1 investor entered at this stage
Series A5 investors entered at this stage
Bass Investment
Kakao Ventures
FuturePlay
University of Texas at Austin
Coupang
Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage
Harmonic Bionics
Other known investors3 additional known investors
Discovery to Impact
Lontra- SISV Investment
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