Nomagic Secures $44 Million to Accelerate AI‑Driven Robotic Arms Technology

Poland’s Robot Revolution: From the Factory Floor to the North American Horizon

Ever noticed how both the U.S. and Europe are finally putting the “industrial muscle” back into their sleeves after years of factory‑flicking and outsourcing the hard grunt to China? Turns out there’s a cute little Polish startup, Nomagic, who’s on a sprint to pull that muscle back in.

What’s the Buzz?

• $44 million raised – that’s not about buying a cool car; it’s about building robotic arms that pick, pack, and shuffle stuff around warehouses.
• The money will fund tech wizardry and a growing business front – especially their first push to sell robots across the Atlantic to North America.
• The move is a bold statement: “We’re back in business, and we’re bringing robots to the future.”

Why This Matters (and Who’s Watching)

The real debate is how to make cities and factories competitive once again. Back in the day, a whole crew ran steel mills and warehouses. Now those folks are gone, replaced by gig‑work, remote gigs, or automation that squeezes out the need for humans to lift boxes.

Automation is the Hero – thanks to cutting-edge tech, we can get more done with fewer people. But that tech also nudges us into a deeper, slightly existential question:

What’s a human’s role when AI and robots are doing the heavy lifting?

Take a look at that Y Combinator startup that slapped cameras on warehouses to spot slackers. It sparked a frenzy – “Sweatshop as a Service? Are we playing with fire?” Some critics got fired up, but folks will still push for tech that can outsmart us.

The whole scene is a riot of innovation vs. ethics, a debate that will keep unfolding.

Nomagic’s $44‑Million Playbook

When a startup pulls in such a sizable haul from investors, it sends a signal: the world is sketched out on a new, robot‑centric map. The funding is not just about expanding; it’s about 1⃣ changing how people think of industrial work, 2⃣ showcasing that robots can be partners, not just replacements, and 3⃣ proving that even industries in the West can reclaim muscle.

Bottom line: Nomagic’s journey from local Polish labs to North American sales is a micro‑cosm of the global shift back to factories that combine human ingenuity with robot efficiency.

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Nomagic Takes the Stage: Europe’s Robot Revolution Just Got a Funding Boost

Strap in, tech enthusiasts—San Francisco is abuzz with a fresh wave of robotics capital rolling in for Nomagic, the startup that’s redefining warehouse automation with smart, off-the-shelf robotic arms. The big news? A Series B round led by EBRD, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, which brings more than 70 countries and two EU institutions into the mix.

Why the Big Banks Are Backing Robots

• EBRD is all about shaking up infrastructure to help Europe bounce back—robotics is their first‑class ticket to industrial competitiveness.
• “Nomagic’s proven track record in AI and robotics, paired with explosive growth, makes it a true trailblazer,” shares Bruno Lusic of EBRD. “We’re thrilled to be part of this next chapter.”
• Backers also include Khosla Ventures and Almaz Capital, plus a splash of European Investment Bank venture debt—yes, those banks finally jumped on the lending side.

What’s the Real Deal? Hardware or Software?

Actually, Nomagic isn’t building super‑advanced robotics hardware. Most of the gear is off-the-shelf. The innovative bite? Their software—a library that knows every object’s quirks and tells the robotic arms how to pick, pack, and move them.

CEO Kacper Nowicki, co‑founder along with Marek Cygan (CTO) and Tristan d’Orgeval (CSO), explains:

“We’re not building humanoids—those are great for dancing, not the factory floor. Wheels get the job done fast and furious.”
— Tristan d’Orgeval

Growth Stats That’ll Make Your Wallet Smile

• Annual recurring revenue jumped 220% last year (no exact numbers disclosed).
• Projected 200% growth this year from e‑commerce, pharma, and other verticals.
• Key clients: Apo.com, Arvato, Asos, Brack, Fiege, Komplett, and Vetlog.one.

Who’s the Competition? Meet Covariant (Amazon’s Curious Case)

Last year, Amazon did a half‑acquisition of Covariant, hiring its founders and inked a big licensing deal—yet Covariant stayed independent. This move hint at how high the stakes are. In 2022, Covariant hit an estimated $625 million valuation.

“Amazon was stuck on a tough problem and couldn’t crack it—gives us a green light that the market’s ripe for Nomagic,” says Kanu Gulati of Khosla Ventures.

Other Players on the Robotics Bandwagon

• Berkshire Grey (now under SoftBank’s umbrella)
• RightHand Robotics
• Industry giants like Nvidia and SoftBank are eyeing the shift from legacy tech to new greenfield factories.

Governments: The Unsung Heroes

Across the UK, EU, US, and beyond— governments are shouting for industrial investment. They’re ready to pour money into the next generation of manufacturing, creating a perfect yard for companies like Nomagic to bloom.

A Closing Thought

With private capital and public ambition firing on all cylinders, the future of warehouse automation looks brighter than ever. Nomagic might just be the robot whisperer we need to get products moving faster and smarter—while keeping the spreadsheets and humor intact.