Automata
PrivateLast Round
Series C
Jan 29, 2026
Est. Valuation
$1.95M
Total Funding Raised
$142.73M
Company Overview
Automata is a London-based technology company that provides automation solutions for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2015 by two architects, the company initially focused on affordable robotics before concentrating on transforming laboratory workflows. Automata develops the LINQ platform, a comprehensive solution combining robotic hardware and cloud-based software to fully automate lab processes. This enables scientific organizations in diagnostics, drug discovery, and biotech to increase throughput, reduce errors, and accelerate innovation. The company is venture-backed, having raised significant funding, including a $40 million round in October 2023, to support its expansion in the UK, Europe, and the US.
Sector
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Verticals
Workflow Automation, Biotech Equipment, Industrial Robotics
Business Model
B2B
Customer Profile
Hardware + Subscription, Hardware Sales, Subscription SaaS, Services & Consulting
AI Layer
Non-AI
Keywords
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Automata Comps
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Automata Funding Rounds
Historical fundraising activity
| Round | Date | Amount Raised | Valuation | Investors | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series C | Jan 29, 2026 | ||||
| Series B Extension | Oct 3, 2023 | ||||
| Series B | Feb 22, 2022 | ||||
| Series A | Mar 20, 2019 | ||||
| Grant | Mar 29, 2017 | ||||
Grant | Feb 24, 2016 |
Key People
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Automata Investors
Notable investors and investment history
| Investor | Rounds |
|---|---|
| Innovate UK | Seed, Grant |
| Tru Arrow Partners | Series C |
| LocalGlobe | Series A |
| Firstminute Capital | Series A |
| Latitude Ventures | Series B |
| Aldea Ventures | Series B Extension |
| ABB | Series A, Series B |
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- Feb 10, 2026
Murali Venkatesan joins the board of directors.
- Oct 10, 2025
Trusted automation partner for leading NHS trusts.
Automata Filings
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