iHeartMedia Backs Miko Robotics in Series D Funding Round

• iHeartMedia has invested in Miko’s Series D funding round to support the growth of its AI companion robots.
• The partnership also gives Miko access to iHeartMedia’s radio, podcast, and digital platforms to reach more families.

iHeartMedia has joined the Series D funding round for Miko, a company that makes AI-powered companion robots for children. iHeartMedia's investment joins support from firms like Chiratae Ventures and IvyCap Ventures as Miko expands in North America.

Miko’s robots are designed to engage kids through conversation, storytelling, and emotional interaction. Products like Miko 3 and Miko Mini use speech recognition, sensors, and learning models to create adaptive, educational experiences. The company recently launched in all Costco stores across North America, making its products widely available.

As part of the partnership, Miko will collaborate with iHeartMedia’s talent to create voice-driven content and storytelling experiences. The company will also use iHeart’s broad media network to introduce its robots to more families across North America.

“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,” said David Ellis, Executive Vice President of Ventures at iHeartMedia, in a press release. “Miko is an AI-native robotics pioneer for societal good, with proprietary technology and IP that has the potential to reshape sectors from education and entertainment to mobility and connected living. We’re excited to showcase to our audience Miko’s platform —where emotion, intelligence, and experience converge.”

🌀 Tom’s Take:

A strategic investment from iHeartMedia could be key to driving broader adoption of AI companions and home robotics.

Source: GlobeNewswire / Miko