Core Viewpoint - Black Sesame Intelligence (02533.HK) has conducted a placement of 30.13 million new shares, representing approximately 4.49% of the enlarged share capital, at a price of HKD 18.88 per share, which is a discount of about 13.24% compared to the closing price of HKD 21.76 on January 8. The total fundraising amount is HKD 569 million, with a net amount of HKD 568 million [2][7]. Fund Utilization - 90% of the proceeds from the placement will be used for strategic mergers and acquisitions and investments, focusing on high-quality companies or assets in the fields of artificial intelligence chips, semiconductor upstream and downstream supply chains, robotics, and related advanced technologies to accelerate the company's layout in smart technology and enhance core technological competitiveness and industry integration capabilities [2][7]. - The remaining 10% will be allocated for general working capital [2][7]. Shareholding Changes - Following the completion of the placement, the shareholding of Shanghai Jixin and Jiaxing Xincan will increase from 4.06% to 6.85% - Dai Siyuan's shareholding will rise from 2.7% to 3.85% - C SpreadCom Limited's shareholding will increase from 0.06% to 0.29% [2][7].