China-based robotics startup Linkerbot is targeting a $6 billion valuation in its next fundraising round, underscoring surging investor interest in advanced automation technologies. The Beijing-based company, which specialises in highly dexterous robotic hands, is seeking to double its recent $3 billion valuation achieved in a Series B+ round, as reported by Reuters.
Linkerbot has rapidly emerged as a dominant player in the niche but critical segment of robotic hands used in humanoid and industrial robots. The company currently controls over 80% of the global market for high-degree-of-freedom robotic hands and is scaling production from about 5,000 units per month with plans to double output, as highlighted by Reuters.
Founded just two years ago, the company has attracted backing from major investors including Ant Group, HongShan Group, and funds linked to Bank of China and Fosun Capital. Its technology focuses on replicating human-level dexterity, enabling robots to perform complex tasks such as precision assembly, handling delicate objects, and even threading a needle, as detailed by Reuters.
Unlike many competitors focused on full humanoid robots, Linkerbot is betting on a modular approach, allowing manufacturers to upgrade existing robotic systems with advanced “hands” rather than investing in entirely new machines. Analysts say this strategy could accelerate adoption by lowering costs and making automation more accessible across industries.
The company’s rapid rise reflects a broader boom in China’s robotics sector, where advances in artificial intelligence and hardware are driving new investment cycles. If successful, Linkerbot’s $6 billion target would position it among the leading players in the global race to commercialise next-generation robotics.
