AI robotics startup Miko has raised $10.5 million in strategic funding from iHeartMedia, marking a major milestone in its mission to bring AI-powered companion robots into more homes globally. The partnership will see iHeartMedia’s vast library of audio content integrated into Miko’s interactive robots, enriching their storytelling, entertainment, and learning capabilities.
With this collaboration, Miko aims to deepen engagement across families while expanding its footprint in North America through retail and digital channels. The brand, which already operates in over 140 countries, has also launched in Costco, signaling strong global momentum as it redefines the intersection of AI, education, and play.
Sneh Vaswani, Co-founder and CEO of Miko, said:
“Our partnership with iHeart marks a pivotal moment in Miko’s mission to make AI companions part of everyday family life.”
David Ellis, Executive Vice President of Ventures at iHeartMedia, added:
“iHeart reaches 9 out of 10 Americans every month, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to help make Miko a household name across North America. Miko is an AI-native robotics company with proprietary technology and IP that has the potential to reshape sectors from education and entertainment to mobility and connected living.”
With this infusion, Miko strengthens its position as a global AI robotics pioneer, combining human emotion with cutting-edge technology to create the next generation of smart companions for families worldwide.
