3 6 Ke·2025-10-22 01:55Core Insights - Jiushi Intelligent, a company focused on L4 autonomous freight technology, has completed a B4 round financing of $100 million (approximately 712 million RMB) led by Ant Group, with participation from existing and new shareholders [1][2] - The total amount raised in the B round has reached $400 million (approximately 2.848 billion RMB), making it one of the largest financing events for Chinese tech companies in 2025 and a significant event in the global L4 autonomous driving sector [1][2] - Cumulatively, Jiushi Intelligent has raised $500 million (approximately 3.56 billion RMB) across its A and B rounds [1] Financing Details - The recent financing round was led by Ant Group, with participation from Blue Lake Capital and BV Baidu Ventures among others [2] - Previous financing rounds include approximately $300 million in April 2025 and $100 million in February 2024 [2] Product and Market Position - Jiushi Intelligent is one of the earliest teams to focus on autonomous freight technology, having launched the L4 RoboVan, a new segment for medium to large autonomous freight vehicles capable of operating on urban roads [3] - The company has developed a product matrix that includes the Z2, Z5, Z8, and Z10 models, catering to various urban delivery scenarios such as express logistics, retail, and industrial logistics [5] - The Z5 series, launched in May 2023, is the world's first mass-produced L4 medium to large autonomous freight vehicle, marking a significant step towards commercializing autonomous freight on urban roads [3][5] Future Plans - Following the recent financing, Jiushi Intelligent plans to increase its investment in R&D for autonomous driving technology, focusing on product iteration, supply chain control, global market expansion, and customer service system development [1][6] - The company aims to build a smarter, more efficient, and greener global autonomous freight network [1][6]