
Roba Launches an Open Robotics Platform Aiming to Transform a $218 Billion Industry
The newly unveiled ROBA platform promises to revolutionize the robotics sector by offering open and interoperable solutions for developers.
[PRESS RELEASE – Dubai, United Arab Emirates, October 23rd, 2025]
ROBA, The People’s Robotics Platform, has introduced the first version of its public, open, and interoperable robotics framework. This initiative positions the platform as “The Hugging Face of Robotics” and aims to reshape the industry projected to reach $218 billion by 2030 by empowering creators and eliminating burdensome proprietary systems.
The current robotics landscape is fragmented and restrictive, resulting in repeated efforts on new innovations. ROBA aims to streamline this process through no-code solutions, removing the necessity of multiple platforms traditionally needed to create a robot.
Breaking Silos: Openness and Guaranteed Ownership
ROBA is committed to transparency and user empowerment, ensuring users possess full control over their data, assets, and revenue.
ROBA allows creators to:
- Build robots with accessible hardware and software.
- Test prototypes within a robust simulation environment.
- Deploy creations seamlessly while retaining full intellectual property and data ownership.
This approach addresses escalating privacy issues and the need for decentralized systems amid a robotics revolution. It’s designed for rapid learning in a virtual space and safe implementation in the real world.
The Unified Workflow: Build → Train → Share → Monetize
ROBA encompasses a complete toolkit for creators from ideation to a functional robot through two main components:
- ROBA Studio: Provides in-depth support for development, linking cutting-edge technologies, frameworks, development tools, and simulation resources in an integrated user interface.
- The ROBA Creator Hub: A central marketplace for sharing, versioning, and exploring robotics resources and assets, complete with evaluation kits and access to a vast talent network.
This streamlined workflow effectively dismantles traditional corporate barriers.
Introducing ROBA LINK: Merging the Ecosystem
ROBA is expanding by integrating ROBA Link, a vital intermediary layer that centralizes third-party tools, enhancing the development journey through intuitive no-code options. There is no longer a need for a chaotic mix of tools and complex processes to produce a robot.
“The inspiration for the current project at ROBA Labs comes from the fragmented nature of robotics development and my previous experience. It was very challenging to build an intelligent system; building robots usually requires multiple tools across different platforms, which is complex and inefficient. We are solving that by creating a single unified platform where everything could come together, making robot creation simpler, faster, and more accessible. That’s what led me to create ROBA: a platform where intelligent robots can learn, adapt, and connect through the blockchain and AI.” — Farid Hossain, ROBA Labs Founder
Making Everyone a Stakeholder
ROBA offers a community-driven approach where financial benefits align perfectly for both creators and users. It serves as the first App Store for robots, compensating contributors whenever their assets are utilized.
The process operates via the $ROBA utility token for transactions, contributor rewards, and governance through RobaDAO. For instance, a student can submit a drone design, a startup could license it, and both could earn tokens through automated royalties. Approximately 30% of the $ROBA supply is allocated for ecosystem incentives and ongoing rewards for contributors.
Backed by Industry Firepower
ROBA is founded on solid principles, nurtured by NextWave Incubator, facilitating market entry and distribution growth. Strategic partnerships, including Cogitent Ventures, also support its foundation, securing a $300k initial raise at a $3M fair value.
Key leadership and advisors include:
- Farid Hossain (Founder): Experienced in creating humanoid and service robots since 2018.
- Sascha Reining (Interim CEO): Formerly with Accenture and adept at amplifying new ventures, managing multi-million dollar programs.
- Advisory Board: Includes leaders from Siemens’ industrial automation strategy and former Oculus/Meta robotics strategists.
Design-to-Doorstep Robotics
ROBA envisions a future where robotics is accessible to everyone. The goal is for anyone to customize and build a robot that arrives assembled and operational.
Experts predict that human robotics will experience rapid growth, eclipsing the automotive industry. ROBA is set to lead this charge in a rapidly expanding field.
About ROBA
ROBA aims to redefine the robotics sector with its open and interoperable solutions, facilitating everything from simulations to live deployment. Its goal is to break down traditional barriers and enhance personalized automation, advocating for an open-source approach to robotics’ underlying infrastructure.
Visit their website for more information.
