Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Robo.ai Inc. ( NASDAQ: AIIO ), based in the United Arab Emirates, announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of the equity stake of QC Capital Limited (also known as Quantum Core or QC Capital ). Under the proposed transaction, the total consideration will be US$60 million, payable in the form of Class B common stock in Robo.ai , subject to a maturity and release schedule of up to eight years. The transaction is expected to close within 30 business days, subject to customary closing conditions and other applicable requirements .

The proposed acquisition represents a significant strategic step in Robo.ai 's growth trajectory and its efforts to develop a global platform for connecting AI-powered robot networks. QC Capital is a leading AI-powered technology holding platform with a broad range of capabilities across various sectors, including technology development, project building, and industrial investment. Through the proposed integration with QC Capital , and building on Robo.ai's successful experience in acquiring Neurovia , a company specializing in intelligent visual data processing and compression technologies, Robo.ai anticipates strengthening its capabilities in identifying and attracting promising technology companies, allocating capital, sponsoring ventures, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, post-investment management, and global commercialization .

Under the terms of the acquisition agreement, the consideration structure for the transaction is designed to align with future performance targets. The shares issued as consideration will be released in phases and will be linked to multi-year revenue growth targets. This structure aims to align the release of the proposed consideration with the future performance of QC Capital and the long-term interests of Robo.ai shareholders.

QC Capital ’s operating model is based on artificial intelligence (AI) technology and operational enablement capabilities, with a particular focus on AI agents, specialized AI applications, and industrial technology enablers, serving a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, transportation, AI-powered robotics, and smart manufacturing. In its operations, QC Capital seeks to aggregate AI data, operational data from its portfolio companies, post-investment operational data, and data derived from market feedback. All these resources and data are expected to be integrated into the AI Investment Engine and the QC Alpha™ system to support industry environment analysis, project evaluation, due diligence, risk management, post-investment operations, M&A evaluation, and portfolio optimization. This model is designed to create a sustainable growth cycle, starting with the use of advanced technological capabilities to generate strategic data and supporting AI-driven decision-making to drive revenue growth and expand the economic ecosystem .

QC Capital’s business model is based on four key pillars that form the foundation of its integrated investment and technology ecosystem: building entrepreneurial ventures, strategic investment, developing mergers and acquisitions platforms, and AI-powered investment technologies . Its strategic focus areas include promising sectors such as AI infrastructure, smart cities, intelligent robots and AI agents, autonomous systems, smart logistics, AI-powered fintech, enterprise AI platforms, and the evolving digital economy . These areas complement Robo.ai ’s AI-powered robotics network, its smart device ecosystem, and its digital infrastructure strategy .

Performance targets

Based on the performance-based release mechanism stipulated in the acquisition agreement, the shares to be issued to QC Capital will be released over the next eight years, subject to the achievement of specific revenue growth targets. Among these targets, but not limited to, is achieving cumulative revenue of approximately US$2.4 billion during 2026 and 2027, which will be a key condition for the phased release of the shares issued in consideration for the transaction.

Conversely, subject to the successful completion of the transaction and business integration, and the achievement of revenue targets in accordance with applicable accounting standards, Robo.ai anticipates that QC Capital will become an additional platform to enhance the company's medium- and long-term revenue growth, support integration across various industry sectors, and promote the global marketing of its AI ecosystem. It is important to note that these revenue targets are forward-looking projections and do not constitute a guarantee of future performance.

In this context, Benjamin Chai, CEO of Robo.ai, said : " Robo.ai aims to create a global integrated platform to connect AI-powered robot networks, paving the way for the next generation of the smart economy. The acquisition of QC Capital is expected to enhance Robo.ai's capabilities in AI-powered investment decision-making, data asset aggregation, project development, mergers and acquisitions, and leveraging global resource networks. Following the completion of the transaction, QC Capital is expected to become Robo.ai 's platform for supporting strategic acquisitions, project development, investment opportunities, and data asset growth, thereby supporting the company's continued expansion in the areas of AI, robotics, digital infrastructure, smart cities, smart mobility, and the low-rise economy, while also contributing to building the next generation of the digital economy."

An overview of QC Capital :

QC Capital Limited is an AI-powered technology holding platform focused on artificial intelligence, robotics, digital infrastructure, smart cities, autonomous driving, and building the next generation of the digital economy. Through AI technologies, operational enablement capabilities, industry operational expertise, data asset pooling, and global resource networks, QC Capital seeks to identify, nurture, invest in, and operate technology companies of long-term value, while also contributing to enhancing synergies between AI technology ecosystems, capital capabilities, industry resources, and data assets .

An overview of Robo.ai Inc .:

Robo.ai Inc. ( NASDAQ: AIIO ) is a technology company focused on building a global AI-powered robotics networking platform. The company is particularly interested in AI, robotics, smart devices, digital infrastructure, and related technological systems, aiming to connect technology, data, devices, and industrial scenarios through a networking platform that uses AI to monitor, manage, and optimize network performance.

Forward-looking statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. For further information, please refer to the regulatory filings and reports submitted by Robo.ai Inc. to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ( SEC ).

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