COBY | Munich Startup Platform

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About COBY

COBY is an interactive, AI-powered plush companion that helps children between 5 and 12 years old and their parents navigate challenging life situations. Through playful support, practical everyday tips, and child-friendly emotional guidance, COBY provides help exactly when it’s needed most. Via an accompanying app, parents gain valuable insights, recommendations, and access to a community that empowers them. This creates a safe connection of technology, empathy, and play that makes COBY a unique everyday friend for families.

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