Revolutionizing Robot Control: Kyber's Real-Time Infrastructure Layer

Jean-Baptiste Kempf, the lead developer behind the popular VLC Media Player, is now focused on making robots run smoothly with his new startup, Kyber. Kempf believes that hundreds of millions of robots and drones will be present in our daily lives in the near future, and Kyber is building an infrastructure layer to control these remote devices in real-time. The company's core software is an SDK that synchronizes video, audio, sensor data, and control inputs with minimal latency, making it ideal for physical AI applications. Kyber recently raised $5 million in funding led by Lightspeed, which has also backed notable AI companies.

The platform's potential uses extend beyond AI, enabling remote control and real-time operation of devices in various industries. Kempf's experience in video streaming technology and IoT expertise have been instrumental in developing Kyber's approach to eliminating lag. The company's user base is expected to span a wide range of companies, from small-scale device management to large-scale fleet operations. With its open-source core project and productized version for enterprise customers, Kyber is poised to make a significant impact in the industry.

The company has already seen commercial deployment with customers in defense, telco, robotics, and AI, and is prioritizing three key segments: robotics, drones, and remote IT access. With its global client base and offices in Paris, San Francisco, and Singapore, Kyber is well-positioned to revolutionize the way we control and interact with robots and devices.

Source: TechCrunch