iRobot CEO谈破产原因：产品创新技术落后中国四年

Core Insights - iRobot, the developer of the Roomba vacuum cleaner, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. due to falling behind competitors in technological innovation by four years [1][2] - The delay in acquisition reviews and misjudgments in operational decisions, including the development of multifunctional products and advanced sensor technology, contributed to a stagnation in innovation [2] - Following the bankruptcy filing, iRobot's shares will be transferred to Picea Group, a creditor and contract manufacturer, with plans for operational restructuring under their management by February 2026 [5] Company Background - Amazon had previously agreed to acquire iRobot for approximately $1.7 billion, including liabilities, but the deal was blocked by antitrust regulators in the U.S. and Europe due to concerns over competition in the vacuum cleaner market [6] - Gary Cohen became CEO in May 2024 after the departure of the co-founder, and he plans to maintain the Roomba brand and sales structure while introducing faster product development from China under Picea Group [6]