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Biren Technology Set for $300M IPO in Hong Kong's AI Chip Market

Biren Technology Set for $300M IPO in Hong Kong's AI Chip Market

Post by : Badri Ariffin

Biren Technology, a Shanghai-based AI chip startup, is on track to launch an initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong that could generate up to $300 million, as reported by local media and Reuters. This initiative highlights China’s commitment to establishing domestic frontrunners in the semiconductor industry amidst stringent U.S. export limitations on advanced chips.

Launched in 2019 by Zhang Wen, previously of AI facial recognition company SenseTime, Biren has quickly become recognized for its cutting-edge chips. The firm’s BR100 chip, which debuted in 2022, boasts performance benchmarks similar to leading Nvidia GPUs, reflecting its ambitions to be a key player in the AI hardware realm.

The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has officially cleared the IPO, transforming 873.3 million domestic shares into stocks listed in Hong Kong, potentially amassing HKD 372.5 billion. Biren’s initial valuation reached 14 billion yuan (approximately $2 billion), backed by influential investors such as the Guangdong and Shanghai governments, Qiming Venture Partners, Hillhouse Investment, the Russia-China Investment Fund, and major property developers like Country Garden Venture Capital and New World Group.

China is intensifying its focus on homegrown GPU developers, closely tied to its expansive artificial intelligence agenda. The Chinese government is advocating for a shift away from reliance on U.S. technology. Biren’s goal is to construct a comprehensive AI ecosystem, competing with global giants like Nvidia while nurturing local innovation.

As Biren approaches this pivotal IPO, it is likely to draw parallels with recent public offerings from Moore Threads and MetaX, underlining the competitive dynamics within China’s AI chip industry. Market analysts view this upcoming IPO as a significant milestone for China's ambitions in technological independence and global AI leadership.

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