Humanoid Robots: The Disconnect Between IP Strength And VC Funding Of US And European Humanoid Robot Startups
Published Date: 05.19.2025
As humanoid robots move from prototype to market, the question is no longer if—but who will own the platforms that define this $38B+ industry.
PatentVest’s new report delivers a strategic view of the IP landscape behind today’s top U.S. and European players Figure AI, Sanctuary AI, Apptronik, Tesla, Neura, 1X Technologies, and more.
Inside the report:
- Why Sanctuary AI may hold the strongest IP position in the field
- How Figure AI is scaling fast—with minimal IP protection
- Where Sony, Toyota, and Samsung dominate foundational patents
- The role of Tsinghua, AIST, and KAIST in shaping future systems
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