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Uniphy Raises £3M to Build Haptic Interfaces for AI Device

Startup develops smart surfaces that allow tactile interaction with AI beyond touchscreens

Olivia Sharp 1 min read 698 views
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Uniphy raised £3 million to develop custom chips for "smart surfaces," enabling tactile and gesture-based interaction with AI devices without screens.

UK-based deep tech startup Uniphy announced a £3 million ($3.9 million) funding round led by Mercia Ventures. The capital will be used to develop a custom Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) that enables non-flat surfaces to function as interactive controls for AI systems.

Beyond the Touchscreen

Uniphy’s technology addresses a key limitation in the "Ambient AI" era: the reliance on flat glass screens. * Smart Surfaces: The company’s "BeyondTouch" technology combines free-space gesture recognition with haptic feedback. This allows materials like wood, plastic, or curved glass to become interactive interfaces. * Use Cases: The primary applications are in automotive interiors …

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