GEELY AUTO(HK:00175) 量子位·2025-10-16 07:53Core Viewpoint - The sudden dissolution of OneStar Robotics, a star startup in embodied intelligence, has raised eyebrows in the industry, especially given its recent high-profile funding and recruitment of a renowned CTO [2][3][4]. Company Overview - OneStar Robotics was founded on May 9, 2025, by Li Xingxing, the son of Geely's founder Li Shufu, and was positioned as a key player in the robotics sector for Geely [5][9][10]. - The company aimed to innovate in the "embodied intelligence" field, focusing on practical applications rather than just algorithmic demonstrations [12][13]. Recent Developments - In July, OneStar Robotics announced the completion of a multi-hundred million yuan "friends and family" funding round, primarily from Geely's ecosystem [15]. - The company appointed Ding Yan, a prominent researcher from Shanghai AI Lab, as CTO and co-founder, enhancing its technical capabilities [16]. - In August, a partnership was established with Fudan University to create a joint laboratory, and the first product, "Star Wheel 1," was launched [17]. - Another funding round occurred on September 17, with participation from various market and industry investors, totaling several hundred million yuan [18]. Dissolution Details - Despite its rapid growth and significant investments, OneStar Robotics has reportedly dissolved its team within just five months of its establishment, with many employees not even completing their probation period [22]. - The reasons for the dissolution remain unclear, but there are indications that the existing platform and business may return to Geely, while the technology team could pursue independent ventures [8][7].