Andy Rubin, Angel Investor

Andy Rubin is a technology optimist and serial entrepreneur. He is the Founder of Genki Robotics, launched in 2025 with operations in Tokyo and Palo Alto, focused on advancing robotics innovation. Previously, he founded Simple Things, a creative venture studio, and Essential Products, a consumer electronics company. He also served as Managing Partner at Playground Global, a venture capital and incubator platform for hardware startups. Earlier in his career, Andy was Senior Vice President of Mobile and Digital Content at Google, where he played a pivotal role in the development and global expansion of the Android operating system. His career reflects a consistent focus on building transformative technologies and platforms that shape the future of computing and consumer devices. As an angel investor, his portfolio includes /dev/agents, Decent, and SUBPAC, highlighting his interest in startups innovating in AI, blockchain, and immersive audio technology.