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Maniformer, a physical AI data service platform, raised hundreds of millions in a funding round led by China Telecom to enhance its data capabilities.

PRIVATEAug 18, 20261 day ago

Amount Raised

$100 Million

Round Type

Seed

Information TechnologyArtificial IntelligenceAnalyticsMachine Learning

Investors

Yuanqi InnovationHong ShanZhangjiang GroupChina Telecom

Description

Maniformer has raised hundreds of millions of yuan in a new funding round led by China Telecom, with significant increases from existing investors. The funds will help tackle data bottlenecks in the industry and expand the production of their MEgo body-less products. They aim to partner with China Telecom to provide integrated solutions for various sectors. Maniformer has been focused on developing its intelligence data supply system since early 2026.

Company Information

Company

Maniformer

About

Maniformer is a one-stop physical AI data service platform focusing on addressing data bottlenecks in the embodied intelligence industry. Established in early 2026, the company offers self-developed body-less data collection technologies and governance services to enhance data processing efficiency. Its MEgo series of devices are deployed in various real-world scenarios to gather critical data for applications such as smart manufacturing and elderly care. Maniformer aims to provide integrated solutions targeting humanoid robots, research institutes, and enterprise clients.

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