growing demand for companion tech

SANTA CLARITA: Tombot, a developer of robotic companion animals for health and wellness, said Thursday it has closed a $7 million Series A3 funding round as it prepares to launch its lifelike robotic puppy, “Jennie,” in fall 2026. The round includes investments from Caduceus Capital Partners, Wavemaker 360, the Lutheran Foundation for Long Term Living and Florida…