Cecilia.ai Overview
Cecilia.ai is an interactive bartender that can be customized for any business or event. Powered by conversational AI and voice recognition capabilities, Cecilia makes delicious cocktails crafted by acclaimed mixologists, chats with customers, tells jokes, promotes users’ brands, and provides an unforgettable experience to both new and returning visitors. Cecilia gives businesses in the hospitality and entertainment sectors valuable customer data while providing a unique attraction for visitors and a new way to advertise and stand out. Cecilia.ai is developed by Minga Box.
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time ($)
—Jan 2022
Latest News
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A unique achievement for an Israeli startup company
Israeli startup Cecilia.ai has signed a partnership with the Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center/Celebration hotel to provide a robotic AI bartender named Sarah to serve cocktails to guests. The AI bartender, which has advanced voice recognition capabilities, can interact with guests, give recommendations, explain the menu, and prepare cocktails. The partnership also includes Casa Azul, a tequila brand, whose products will be used in the cocktails served by the AI bartender. Cecilia.ai, which has so far raised $3.5 million, is currently in a new fundraising round for expansion and sales in the United States.
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Do Robotics Have a Place Behind the Bar? | SevenFifty Daily
The article discusses the rise of robot bartenders, focusing on Cecilia.ai as an example. It explores the potential impact of automation on the bartending industry and the challenges and opportunities faced by companies developing robot bartenders. The article highlights the labor shortage in the hospitality industry and how automation could address this issue. It also mentions other companies in the field, such as Yanu and Makr Shakr. While some view robot bartenders as gimmicks, others see them as a practical solution for high-volume situations. Back-of-house automation is already being used in casinos, and there is investment in vending machine-type kiosks for sports and entertainment venues. Overall, the article presents a positive outlook for the growth of robot bartenders.
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This Bartender Mixes Drinks, Tells Jokes -- And She's A Robot
Cecilia.ai, an Israeli-developed interactive robot bartender, has been launched in the US market. The robot, powered by artificial intelligence and voice recognition, can serve 120 cocktails an hour and is designed to supplement human bartenders. Cecilia.ai has partnered with the Bacardi Center of Excellence at Florida International University to incorporate the robot bartender into the curriculum for hospitality innovation. Other customers of Cecilia.ai include Microsoft headquarters. The company aims to provide customizable messaging and valuable analytics to businesses, helping them understand customer preferences and increase sales. The robot bartender is expected to bring new, innovative experiences to bars, hotels, and other venues.
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The Good, the Bad & the Artificial: How Big Data & Tech Are Infiltrating the Alcohol Industry
The article discusses the impact of big tech, big data, and A.I. on the drinks industry. It highlights various examples of how technology and A.I. are being used in the alcohol industry, including algorithm-designed whisky recipes, A.I.-based beer analysis, and interactive questionnaires for consumers. The article also mentions Terraview, a platform that uses A.I. and machine learning to provide vineyards with actionable data to adapt to climate change. Terraview has partnered with over 100 wineries and aims to transform the wine industry into a carbon-neutral industry. The article also discusses WoodCraft Bourbon Blender, a company that allows consumers to create unique bourbon blends, and Cecilia.ai, an interactive robot bartender. Overall, the article showcases the potential benefits and challenges of integrating technology and A.I. in the drinks industry.
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Robotic bartender Cecilia can make up to 120 cocktails an hour
Cecilia.ai, a robotic bartender, can make up to 120 drinks an hour and speak 40 different languages. It offers an interactive drink service for customers and includes features such as cashless payments, an ID scanner, and dashboard analytics for bar managers. The robot currently resides at the Florida International Universitys Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. The development of Cecilia.ai took more than three years in Israel. Customers can verbally request their order or use a touchscreen menu to choose from a variety of cocktails. The robot can sell drinks in various venues and provide faster service to customers. It also generates dashboard analytics to show the popularity of drinks and busiest times of day. Cecilia.ai aims to help bars with long lines and short-staffed venues. However, it still has some setbacks in terms of providing ice or cocktail garnishes and limited liquid options.
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| Sector | Agriculture & Food Technologies |
Funding
| Total funding | Undisclosed |
| Last funding | Undisclosed |
| Stage | Seed |
| Rounds | 1 |
| Investors | 1 |
Team Members
5
Employees: 1-10
Web & Social Links
| Website | cecilia.ai |
Locations
Kfar Saba, Israel
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Cecilia.ai Business
Business models
B2B
Product stage
Released
Employees
1-10
Sector
Agriculture & Food TechnologiesFood TechFood Trade & ServicesTarget Customer
Agriculture & FoodProcessed FoodsBeveragesEnterprise & Professional ServicesEnterprisesTravel & TourismHospitalityHotelsTransportation & LogisticsTransportation InfrastructureAirportsMedia & EntertainmentEventsCore Technology
Artificial IntelligenceVoice & Speech RecognitionChatbotsMachinery & RoboticsProcessing MachineryTags (8)
artificial-intelligencehospitalityfood-industryvoice-controltourismspeech-recognitionroboticsfoodtechGeographic Markets
AmericasCecilia.ai Financials
Undisclosed
Total funding
Undisclosed
Capital raised
Undisclosed
Last funding
Seed
Funding stage
1
Total rounds
1
Investors
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time ($)
—Jan 2022
Private Equity Funding
Undisclosed Round
Jan 2022
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GKI Group (Lead)
Cecilia.ai Lifecycle
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time
—Jan 2022
All Events
Undisclosed Round
Jan 2022
Undisclosed
GKI Group (Lead)
Cecilia.ai News
11 articles
growth-positive
A unique achievement for an Israeli startup company
Israeli startup Cecilia.ai has signed a partnership with the Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center/Celebration hotel to provide a robotic AI bartender named Sarah to serve cocktails to guests. The AI bartender, which has advanced voice recognition capabilities, can interact with guests, give recommendations, explain the menu, and prepare cocktails. The partnership also includes Casa Azul, a tequila brand, whose products will be used in the cocktails served by the AI bartender. Cecilia.ai, which has so far raised $3.5 million, is currently in a new fundraising round for expansion and sales in the United States.
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growth-positive
Do Robotics Have a Place Behind the Bar? | SevenFifty Daily
The article discusses the rise of robot bartenders, focusing on Cecilia.ai as an example. It explores the potential impact of automation on the bartending industry and the challenges and opportunities faced by companies developing robot bartenders. The article highlights the labor shortage in the hospitality industry and how automation could address this issue. It also mentions other companies in the field, such as Yanu and Makr Shakr. While some view robot bartenders as gimmicks, others see them as a practical solution for high-volume situations. Back-of-house automation is already being used in casinos, and there is investment in vending machine-type kiosks for sports and entertainment venues. Overall, the article presents a positive outlook for the growth of robot bartenders.
CustomersExpand
growth-positive
This Bartender Mixes Drinks, Tells Jokes -- And She's A Robot
Cecilia.ai, an Israeli-developed interactive robot bartender, has been launched in the US market. The robot, powered by artificial intelligence and voice recognition, can serve 120 cocktails an hour and is designed to supplement human bartenders. Cecilia.ai has partnered with the Bacardi Center of Excellence at Florida International University to incorporate the robot bartender into the curriculum for hospitality innovation. Other customers of Cecilia.ai include Microsoft headquarters. The company aims to provide customizable messaging and valuable analytics to businesses, helping them understand customer preferences and increase sales. The robot bartender is expected to bring new, innovative experiences to bars, hotels, and other venues.
CustomersPartners
growth-positive
The Good, the Bad & the Artificial: How Big Data & Tech Are Infiltrating the Alcohol Industry
The article discusses the impact of big tech, big data, and A.I. on the drinks industry. It highlights various examples of how technology and A.I. are being used in the alcohol industry, including algorithm-designed whisky recipes, A.I.-based beer analysis, and interactive questionnaires for consumers. The article also mentions Terraview, a platform that uses A.I. and machine learning to provide vineyards with actionable data to adapt to climate change. Terraview has partnered with over 100 wineries and aims to transform the wine industry into a carbon-neutral industry. The article also discusses WoodCraft Bourbon Blender, a company that allows consumers to create unique bourbon blends, and Cecilia.ai, an interactive robot bartender. Overall, the article showcases the potential benefits and challenges of integrating technology and A.I. in the drinks industry.
CustomersPartners
growth-positive
Robotic bartender Cecilia can make up to 120 cocktails an hour
Cecilia.ai, a robotic bartender, can make up to 120 drinks an hour and speak 40 different languages. It offers an interactive drink service for customers and includes features such as cashless payments, an ID scanner, and dashboard analytics for bar managers. The robot currently resides at the Florida International Universitys Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. The development of Cecilia.ai took more than three years in Israel. Customers can verbally request their order or use a touchscreen menu to choose from a variety of cocktails. The robot can sell drinks in various venues and provide faster service to customers. It also generates dashboard analytics to show the popularity of drinks and busiest times of day. Cecilia.ai aims to help bars with long lines and short-staffed venues. However, it still has some setbacks in terms of providing ice or cocktail garnishes and limited liquid options.
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Meet Cecilia, the World's First Robot Interactive Bartender Who Can Mix Drinks and Tell Jokes
Cecilia.ai, the first robot interactive bartender in the world, has been developed in Israel. The robotic bartender, named Cecilia, can take orders, suggest alternative options, and deliver drinks through a slot in the machine. It can also learn and be programmed to mix specialty drinks. The technology is being implemented at Florida International University (FIU) to integrate it into the foodservice industry. The goal is to enhance customer experience and relieve some of the pressure in the industry, not to replace human bartenders. The company believes that Cecilia could help alleviate the strain caused by the labor shortage in the service industry. The robotic bartender may be seen at stadiums, airport lounges, and cruises in the future.
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The robots behind the bar that want to pull your next pint
Cecilia.AI, an Israeli firm, has developed a robotic bartender named Cecilia that uses AI to mix and serve cocktails and interact with customers. The company believes that the technology will attract customers and help pubs and bars stand out. The robotic bartender has already been used at corporate events held by Microsoft, KPMG, and Cisco. Cecilia.AI is targeting not only the pubs and bars sector but also hotels, airports, stadiums, casinos, and cruise ships. The rise of bartending robotics raises concerns about job losses, but proponents argue that the robots can improve efficiency and serve drinks faster. While some experts believe that robotic bartenders will become widespread, others in the hospitality sector believe that human bar staff will not be replaced.
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https://www.vendingmarketwatch.com/equipment/news/21223797/bartending-robot-ceciliaai-listens-chats-and-mixes
Cecilia.ai, the first interactive robotic bartender developed by GKI Group, uses conversational AI and contactless functionality to interact with visitors. It can make 120 drinks per hour and offers chatbot capabilities for conversing with customers. Cecilia.ai is available for both lifetime purchasing and rental, targeting businesses like airports, hotels, and stadiums. It can be hired on a daily or hourly basis for events and private parties. In addition to its entertainment value, Cecilia.ai can collect and analyze data for actionable insights. The company was named after Mary Louise Cecilia “Texas” Guinan, a famous actress and entrepreneur from the 1920s. The article mentions that a male robot program is forthcoming.
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Meet Cecilia - the virtual bartender for physical events
GKI Groups robotic bartender, Cecilia, made an appearance at the Tech on the Roof event in Israel. Cecilia, built by Cecilia.ai under GKI, is an eight-feet-tall robot that can serve cocktails using voice-recognition technology. She can be rented for events or purchased for permanent placement in venues like airports and hotels. The concept of a virtual bartender was developed by GKI Group, a technology company known for its whiskey distillery project. Cecilia is ready for mass production and will be deployed in the U.S. for pilots in the summer. Potential customers include hotels, casinos, and airports.
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Only on April 1st, Cecilia.ai the Robotic Bartender Will Be Serving an Innovative Vaccine-Cocktail
Cecilia.ai, the robotic interactive bartender, has launched a campaign to promote the importance of getting vaccinated. The campaign features Cecilia as a bartender serving vaccine-themed cocktails. The robot is capable of vaccinating 120 people per hour using contactless technology. The company hopes the campaign will encourage more people to get vaccinated and bring a smile to their faces during these difficult times. Cecilia.ai is a startup from GKI Group that provides interactive bartending services for businesses and events.
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Cecilia.ai Mixes Chatbot Capabilities with Its Robot Bartender
Cecilia.ai, an autonomous cocktail-making robot bartender, has been launched. The robot features chatbot functionality and can make 120 drinks per hour. It offers conversational script customization, voice control for contactless ordering, and a large screen for advertising purposes. Cecilia.ai is targeted towards hotels, airports, and VIP lounges. The rise of robot bartenders is attributed to the pandemic and the need to reduce human-to-human transmission. Other robot bartenders in the market include Glacierfire, Rotender, MSC Cruises robot bartender, Maccos beer-serving robot, and Makr Shakrs robot bartender solution.
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Employee Info
| Employees (range) | 1-10 |
| Exact count | 4 |
| Team members | 5 |
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| Confidence | 100/100 |
| Missing | markets |
| BI Verification | Yanina Wainscheinker |
| Registrar ID | 515800365 |
| Phone | +972 722452000 |
| Creator | Elad Kobi |
| Creator email | elad1kobi@gmail.com |
| Last updater | Nir Cohen Paraira |
| Updater email | nircp@gkigroup.com |
| Last update | 2023-01-11T00:00:00.000Z |
| Created | 2021-06-08T00:00:00.000Z |
| Claimed | Yes |