6 years ago

Karakuri Raises £7 Million Seed Funding for Personalized Food Robots

  • Karakuri, a UK-based startup, has raised £7 million in seed funding led by Ocado

  • The company uses a combination of robotics, machine learning, optics and sensors to create robots that make personalized, freshly prepared meals

  • This technology allows restaurants to move away from mass pre-packaged meals and significantly reduce food waste

  • The funding will be used to further develop the company's technology, strengthen its IP base and expand its team for global growth.

      • ProblemTechnology

      "Restaurants are struggling to meet the growing demand for personalized meals that cater to specific dietary needs and reduce food waste. Traditional mass-produced meals are inefficient and don't satisfy individual preferences."

      Solution

      "Karakuri's robots use a combination of robotics, machine learning, optics, and sensors to create personalized, freshly prepared meals on demand. This allows restaurants to offer customized options while minimizing food waste and improving efficiency."

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