Safeworld
Palo Alto, United States
◆ Total Raised
$12M
◆ Stage
seed
◆ Location
Palo Alto, United States
◆ About Safeworld
Builds digital twins of real environments and injects simulated robots running production software to stress-test behavior against unpredictable humans.
◆ What sets it apart
It tests robots using their actual production software in digital replicas populated with realistic, reactive human models and large numbers of edge-case scenarios.
◆ Sectors
◆ Business
ModelSaaS
CustomerRobot manufacturers, robotics software developers, and enterprise operators deploying autonomous machines in human environments
◆ Notable
- Emerged from stealth on October 5, 2026
- Raised more than $12 million in seed funding
- Co-founded by Ding Zhao, director of Carnegie Mellon’s Safe AI Lab
◆ Funding rounds
5 Oct 2026
Led by Shine Capital, a16z Speedrun
With Box Group, CMU Endowment, Innovation Endeavors, SV Angel, Carnegie Mellon University fund
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◆ FAQ
What does Safeworld do?
Builds digital twins of real environments and injects simulated robots running production software to stress-test behavior against unpredictable humans.
Where is Safeworld based?
Safeworld is based in Palo Alto, United States.
How much has Safeworld raised?
Safeworld has raised $12M in tracked funding and is currently at the seed stage.
Who has invested in Safeworld?
Investors in Safeworld include Shine Capital, a16z Speedrun, Box Group, Carnegie Mellon University Endowment, Innovation Endeavors and SV Angel.