Dr. Ali Kashani, co-founder of Serve Robotics, highlighted the role of AI in urban delivery as they raised $40M through an IPO. Planning major expansions in new cities.
Yesterday marked a significant milestone for Serve Robotics Inc. as they debuted on Nasdaq under "SERV." From an opening price of $4.75, it closed at $3.11, with a total raise of $40M from 10 million shares. "This IPO will significantly boost our growth and enable us to deploy up to 2,000 robots with Uber Eats," Dr. Ali Kashani shared, setting an optimistic vision for urban delivery's future.
The company, based out of Redwood City, CA, not only plans to increase its fleet but also aims to penetrate new markets like Vancouver, San Diego, and Dallas. "Our focus will now be on enhancing our operational capabilities to handle the increased demand," Dr. Kashani elaborated.
Serve has formed strategic partnerships to bolster its operations, notably with Magna New Mobility USA. Alongside its current backers like Uber and NVIDIA, Serve is well-poised to innovate and scale. The company has amassed a total of $93M in funding over six rounds, showcasing robust investor confidence.
The robot delivery market is bustling with activity. Competitors like Starship Technologies, who recently raised $90M, are also making significant strides. However, Serve's unique value proposition and strategic collaborations provide it with a competitive edge in this rapidly evolving sector.
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