June 2025 — CODE27 Character Livehouse , first unveiled at CES 2025 this January, successfully concluded its Kickstarter campaign at the end of May, raising over $1.7 million from over 3,200 backers. Described as a Customizable 3D AI Companion Hub, CODE27 drew considerable attention at CES due to its integration of AI companionship, anime girl aesthetics, and otaku culture. It is claimed to be the world's first end-to-end customized AI companion that brings your favorite character to life. CODE27 has redefined success in the AI companion hardware space, achieving one of the most significant crowdfunding milestones in the category's history. This breakthrough significantly outpaces industry benchmarks, where similar projects, such as Ropet and Looi, historically averaged $300,000–$500,000 in funding. “The funds raised far exceeded our expectations,” said Brandon, a core developer at Sybran Innovation, the company behind CODE27. With over 10 years of experience in global hardware...