# Rivian Spin-out Mind Robotics Raises $500M for Industrial AI-powered Robots

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> **Published:** 2026-03-11T12:00:00.000Z  
> **Category:** FUNDING  
> **Impact Score:** 180/100  
> **Primary Source:** [TechCrunch AI](https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/rivian-mind-robotics-series-a-500m-fund-raise-industrial-ai-powered-robots)  
> **Canonical Citation:** [https://spidits.com/timeline/rivian-spin-out-mind-robotics-raises-500m-for-industrial-ai-powered-robots](https://spidits.com/timeline/rivian-spin-out-mind-robotics-raises-500m-for-industrial-ai-powered-robots)

## Executive Summary
The startup, which was created by Rivian founder RJ Scaringe, is looking to train on data from, and deploy in, Rivian's factory.

## Referenced Coverage & Sources
- **[TechCrunch AI](https://techcrunch.com/2026/03/11/rivian-mind-robotics-series-a-500m-fund-raise-industrial-ai-powered-robots)**: Rivian spin-out Mind Robotics raises $500M for industrial AI-powered robots — _The startup, which was created by Rivian founder RJ Scaringe, is looking to train on data from, and deploy in, Rivian's factory._

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