Robotics
Mar 29, 2026
Amazon acquires Fauna Robotics, creator of the Sprout humanoid robot
Mar 29, 2026
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Amazon has purchased Fauna Robotics, known for its humanoid robot Sprout, which is designed for social interaction. The acquisition aims to enhance Amazon's robotics capabilities, complementing its existing warehouse operations with a focus on consumer-friendly robotics.
- Amazon has acquired Fauna Robotics, which recently launched the Sprout humanoid robot.
- The Sprout robot is designed for social environments like homes and schools, focusing on fun interactions rather than heavy lifting.
- Fauna CEO Rob Cochran announced the acquisition on social media, stating the company will continue to operate under its name as part of Amazon.
- Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.
- The Sprout robot, priced at $50,000, can perform tasks like dancing and picking up toys but is not intended for heavy lifting.
- Fauna's technology includes a software developer platform aimed at academic and corporate research in robotics.
- Amazon has faced challenges in expanding into consumer robotics, including the cancellation of its planned acquisition of iRobot due to regulatory issues.
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