Ex-Cruise CEO's new robot startup valued at $2 billion amid rising AI robot demand.

Ex-Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt's new company, The Bot Company, has been valued at $2 billion after raising $150 million in funding. The startup, which aims to develop robots for household chores, was founded by Vogt along with Paril Jain and Luke Holoubek. High investor interest reflects growing demand for AI-integrated robotics, with other tech giants also investing in similar technologies.