Sunday Robotics Reaches $1.15B Valuation
Sunday, a fast-growing robotics startup, has reached a $1.15B valuation as it builds Memo—a household humanoid for chores. The company has already amassed a 1,000-person waitlist since emerging from stealth. Markets and investors believe the time is near for consumer-grade humanoids, even as technical hurdles persist.
Sunday's $1.15B valuation was driven by a Series B round led by RTK Capital, with participation from existing investors like Green Oaks and Future Ventures. The funding will accelerate the development and deployment of Memo, their flagship humanoid robot designed for household tasks. Memo's key features include advanced manipulation capabilities, spatial awareness powered by onboard AI, and a user-friendly interface for task programming. Sunday plans to initially target affluent suburban households with large square footage and a need for assistance with chores like cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation. Prior to the Series B, Sunday raised a $400M Series A at a $500M valuation, demonstrating rapid growth and investor confidence. The company's founder and CEO, Leila Takayama, is a former Google X and Willow Garage researcher with a background in human-robot interaction. Analysts at ARK Invest project the household robotics market to reach $50 billion by 2030, citing advancements in AI, sensor technology, and battery life. Sunday's main competitors include Boston Dynamics, Tesla, and Dyson, all of whom are developing robots for domestic or industrial applications.
