Tuya Inc. (NYSE: TUYA) saw its stock surge 5% during Monday's intraday session, reflecting strong investor enthusiasm following the company's latest product announcement.

The rally was driven by the launch of Aura, Tuya's first AI-powered pet companion robot, unveiled at CES 2026. Aura integrates advanced GenAI capabilities, including emotional state detection and autonomous navigation, and connects to Tuya's developer ecosystem for smart pet care services. This expansion into AI-driven pet technology marks a strategic move for Tuya as it diversifies its smart home and lifestyle solutions portfolio.

The product's innovative features, such as real-time updates to owners and seamless integration with local pet services, have positioned Aura as a potential growth driver for Tuya, fueling the stock's upward momentum.