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Serve Robotics, a sidewalk delivery robot company backed by Nvidia and Uber, is entering the healthcare sector by acquiring Diligent Robotics for $29 million. Diligent is known for its hospital robot, Moxi, which delivers lab samples and supplies. This marks Serve’s first expansion beyond its food delivery roots, though CEO Ali Kashani clarifies it is not a pivot but an extension of their last-mile delivery expertise.
Founded in 2017 and publicly listed since April 2024, Serve grew its fleet significantly in 2025 and recently partnered with DoorDash. Kashani emphasized that the robots’ ability to navigate among humans applies to various environments, with Diligent continuing to operate independently while leveraging Serve’s technology for scaling. Serve remains focused on its core sidewalk business as the foundation for future applications.
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