Mobileye, the autonomous driving technology company backed by Intel, has announced its acquisition of AI robotics startup Mentee Robotics in a deal valued at approximately $900 million. The transaction combines cash with Mobileye stock and is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026.
The acquisition brings together Mentee’s cutting-edge humanoid robot technology with Mobileye’s expertise in autonomous vehicles and artificial intelligence. According to company officials, the collaboration aims to position Mobileye as a global leader in “physical AI” – the application of AI in real-world, autonomous systems, including both robots and vehicles.
Mentee Robotics has developed humanoid robots capable of performing complex tasks in industrial and warehouse environments. These robots use few-shot learning, simulation-based training, and advanced sensors to operate safely and independently. Mobileye plans to leverage its existing AI infrastructure and safety protocols from autonomous vehicles to accelerate Mentee’s commercial deployment. Initial operational deployments are expected later in 2026, with large-scale production slated for 2028.
“By combining Mobileye’s autonomous driving intelligence with Mentee’s humanoid robotics, we are entering a new era of physical AI,” said Amnon Shashua, Mobileye CEO and co-founder. “This acquisition allows us to bring practical, safe, and scalable humanoid robots to real-world applications much faster.”
Mentee Robotics will operate as an independent unit within Mobileye, retaining its leadership team and continuing its research and development initiatives. The integration is expected to enhance innovation while maintaining the agility that has made Mentee a standout in the robotics space.
Industry experts see this move as a strategic step for Mobileye, not just in the autonomous vehicle market but also in the growing humanoid robotics sector. The acquisition reflects a broader trend of convergence between AI-driven software and physical robotics, opening possibilities for industrial automation, logistics, and beyond.
With this deal, Mobileye reinforces its ambition to lead the next wave of AI-powered technologies, expanding from the roads to workplaces around the world.
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