Tether spearheads $1.4 billion investment in German robotics firm Neura

Tether Investments has announced a substantial $1.4 billion funding round for Neura Robotics, a German company specializing in AI-driven humanoid robots. This investment is one of the largest in the physical AI sector to date.

The funding, disclosed on Wednesday, is expected to elevate Neura's valuation to between $9 billion and $12 billion, following its public listing last November. Major players such as Qualcomm Technologies, Amazon, and NVIDIA also contributed to this investment round, as confirmed by Neura's official statement.

Neura Robotics aims to produce 5 million humanoid robots by 2030, integrating Tether's technology into their operations. These robots will feature autonomous digital wallets, allowing them to receive payments automatically upon completing tasks, thereby streamlining transactions without human intervention.

David Reger, the CEO of Neura Robotics, emphasized the shift of AI from digital environments to physical applications, stating, “AI is transitioning from the digital realm into the physical domain.” The company has already secured approximately $1.2 billion in orders for its robots.

Under the direction of CEO Paolo Ardoino, Tether is expanding its investment horizons beyond cryptocurrency, with its portfolio now encompassing sectors such as agriculture, brain technology, and sports. In 2025, Tether reported profits exceeding $10 billion from its various investments.