Genesis AI
Physics simulation engine and foundation model for robotics
Genesis AI builds a universal robotics foundation model trained on synthetic data from its proprietary physics simulation engine, which generates high-fidelity training data up to 430,000x faster than real time. It emerged from stealth in July 2025 with a $105M seed round co-led by Eclipse Ventures and Khosla Ventures, and unveiled its GENE model line in 2026.
Backers include Eric Schmidt and Bpifrance; open-sourced the Genesis physics simulator
| Website | genesis-ai.company |
|---|---|
| Domains | Robotics, Simulation, Machine Learning |
| Location | San Francisco, Paris |
| Team size | 26-50 |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Funding | Seed, $105M (Eclipse Ventures, Khosla Ventures, July 2025) |
| Founders | Zhou Xian, Théophile Gervet |
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