Viam, a New York City-based company specializing in automation software for robotics, IoT, smart homes, and more, has successfully raised $45M in Series B funding. This latest round of investment brings the total amount raised by the company to $87M. The funding round was led by Union Square Ventures and Battery Ventures. Viam aims to use this investment to further its mission of accelerating innovation across various sectors including robotics, IoT, and smart devices. The company has also been exploring a strategic rebranding to expand its focus beyond robotics, reflecting its broader ambitions in the field of smart technology.