Ludens AI Raises Approximately 600 Million Yen in Angel Round
Ludens AI announced it has successfully raised approximately 600 million yen in an angel round from CWB Capital, Linear Capital, and PKSHA Algorithm Fund. The company aims to accelerate product development, strengthen engineering talent acquisition, and promote business development with domestic and international partners. Ludens AI exhibited its robots "Cocomo" and "INU" at CES 2026, garnering significant global interest.
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Ludens AI Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representatives: Li-Chun Hsueh, Marie Yamamoto) announced that it has successfully raised a total of approximately 600 million yen in an angel round for the Ludens AI Group, with CWB Capital, Linear Capital, and PKSHA Algorithm Fund as underwriters.
Background and Purpose of Funding:
Our company's vision is "From AI as a tool to AI as an existence," and we are researching and developing AI companion robots based on human well-being. Just as smartphones and personal computers have become ubiquitous in our daily lives as "means of accessing information," we aim to create a new category where companion robots naturally integrate into life as "beings that exist with people." With this funding, we will focus on promoting the following:
Accelerating product development of AI companion robots, research and development.
Strengthening recruitment of engineering talent.
Promoting business development with domestic and international partners.
Exhibition at CES 2026 — Global Market Response:
Our booth at CES2026.
In January 2026, we exhibited for the first time as a Japanese AI startup at CES 2026, the world's largest technology exhibition held in Las Vegas, USA. This is a global stage where over 4,500 companies from more than 150 countries and regions gather, attracting over 140,000 visitors. At this event, our robots "Cocomo" and "INU" received extensive media coverage and business opportunities, confirming high interest and demand in the global market.
About the Investors:
CWB Capital:
Founded by Professor Li Zexiang of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Known as an angel investor in DJI and Narwal, he is Hong Kong's most prominent hardware investor. This is his third consecutive investment in our company.
Linear Capital:
A frontier technology fund founded in 2014 by Harry Wang, Facebook's first China R&D Manager. Currently manages 10 funds with over 2 billion USD in assets under management. It discovers startups that solve "real problems" using advanced technology from the earliest stages.
PKSHA Algorithm Fund:
A venture capital fund specializing in AI and software. With teams in Japan, Korea, China, and Southeast Asia, it leverages the knowledge and network of the PKSHA Group and Matsuo Institute to invest in and support domestic and international startups with advanced intelligent technologies that contribute to solving societal issues.
Future Outlook:
We aim to realize a future where AI transforms from a "tool" to a "companion." Through the new category of companion robots, we will redefine the relationship between people and technology and contribute to improving well-being in daily life.
Company Overview:
Company Name: Ludens AI Co., Ltd.
Established: December 2025
Representatives: Li-Chun Hsueh, Marie Yamamoto
Location: 8F Pacific Century Place Marunouchi, 1-11-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-6208
Business Activities: Research and development of AI-powered companion robots.
Official Website: https://ludensai.com
Background and Purpose of Funding:
Our company's vision is "From AI as a tool to AI as an existence," and we are researching and developing AI companion robots based on human well-being. Just as smartphones and personal computers have become ubiquitous in our daily lives as "means of accessing information," we aim to create a new category where companion robots naturally integrate into life as "beings that exist with people." With this funding, we will focus on promoting the following:
Accelerating product development of AI companion robots, research and development.
Strengthening recruitment of engineering talent.
Promoting business development with domestic and international partners.
Exhibition at CES 2026 — Global Market Response:
Our booth at CES2026.
In January 2026, we exhibited for the first time as a Japanese AI startup at CES 2026, the world's largest technology exhibition held in Las Vegas, USA. This is a global stage where over 4,500 companies from more than 150 countries and regions gather, attracting over 140,000 visitors. At this event, our robots "Cocomo" and "INU" received extensive media coverage and business opportunities, confirming high interest and demand in the global market.
About the Investors:
CWB Capital:
Founded by Professor Li Zexiang of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Known as an angel investor in DJI and Narwal, he is Hong Kong's most prominent hardware investor. This is his third consecutive investment in our company.
Linear Capital:
A frontier technology fund founded in 2014 by Harry Wang, Facebook's first China R&D Manager. Currently manages 10 funds with over 2 billion USD in assets under management. It discovers startups that solve "real problems" using advanced technology from the earliest stages.
PKSHA Algorithm Fund:
A venture capital fund specializing in AI and software. With teams in Japan, Korea, China, and Southeast Asia, it leverages the knowledge and network of the PKSHA Group and Matsuo Institute to invest in and support domestic and international startups with advanced intelligent technologies that contribute to solving societal issues.
Future Outlook:
We aim to realize a future where AI transforms from a "tool" to a "companion." Through the new category of companion robots, we will redefine the relationship between people and technology and contribute to improving well-being in daily life.
Company Overview:
Company Name: Ludens AI Co., Ltd.
Established: December 2025
Representatives: Li-Chun Hsueh, Marie Yamamoto
Location: 8F Pacific Century Place Marunouchi, 1-11-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-6208
Business Activities: Research and development of AI-powered companion robots.
Official Website: https://ludensai.com
FAQ
What kind of funding did Ludens AI achieve?
Ludens AI successfully raised approximately 600 million yen in an angel round from CWB Capital, Linear Capital, and PKSHA Algorithm Fund.
What is Ludens AI's vision?
Ludens AI's vision is "From AI as a tool to AI as an existence," focusing on research and development of AI companion robots based on human well-being.