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Waddle Labs

YC S26

Boston, US · Founded 2025 · 2 employees · 4 known investors

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Waddle Labs provides an API that connects to robots and, from a natural-language prompt, uses AI agents to generate a control policy for the robot to carry out the requested task. The product targets robotics developers and operators.

Also known as Waddle

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsRoboticsGenerative AIAutomationUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S26)

Waddle Labs was founded in 2025 by Yiding Song and Hanming Ye.

YSYiding Song
Yiding Songin𝕏FounderFounder of Waddle Labs, which offers an API that uses AI agents to turn natural-language prompts into robot control policies for robotics developers and operators. His interests include systems that learn about the world with human-like efficiency.
HYHanming Ye
Hanming Yein𝕏FounderFounder of Waddle Labs, which offers an API that turns natural-language prompts into AI-generated control policies for robots, aimed at robotics developers and operators. He has interests in natural intelligence and machines such as 3D printers and robots.

Investors · 4

Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K
BonAngels Venture PartnersreportedSeoul
Fast VenturesreportedSeoul · $371K – $7.5M
Kakao VenturesreportedSeongnam · $297K – $27M

In the news

Waddle Labs - Agents that control robotsycombinator.com · Jul 2026Waddle Labs launches AI agents that write control code for robots - RuntimeWireruntimewire.com · Jul 2026Waddle Launches US Subsidiary Waddle Labs for AI E-commercethepickool.com · Feb 2026OpenAI Hackathon Winner 'Waddle Labs' Enters US Market with 'Gentoo': driving 60% revenue growth for companiesprnewswire.com · Feb 2026

Frequently asked questions

What does Waddle Labs do?
Waddle Labs provides an API that connects to robots and, from a natural-language prompt, uses AI agents to generate a control policy for the robot to carry out the requested task. The product targets robotics developers and operators.
Who founded Waddle Labs?
Waddle Labs was founded by Yiding Song, Hanming Ye in 2025.
Who are Waddle Labs's investors?
Waddle Labs's investors include Y Combinator, BonAngels Venture Partners, Fast Ventures, Kakao Ventures.
Where is Waddle Labs headquartered?
Waddle Labs is headquartered in Boston, US.