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Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the rise of quantum technology companies in Hefei, particularly focusing on Guoyi Quantum, which has recently applied for an IPO on the Shanghai Stock Exchange's Sci-Tech Innovation Board. The company aims to replace foreign high-end scientific instruments with domestic alternatives, leveraging quantum properties for precision measurement [5][10]. Company Overview - Guoyi Quantum was co-founded in 2016 by Du Jiangfeng and He Yu, who are both alumni of the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC). The company operates from a small office and has developed quantum sensors that can measure at microscopic scales, addressing the need for high-end scientific instruments in China [6][8]. - The company has achieved significant breakthroughs, including the launch of China's first commercial X-band electron paramagnetic resonance spectrometer in 2018, which broke the foreign monopoly in this technology [9]. Financial Performance - Guoyi Quantum's revenue has shown a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 80% in the past three years. The projected revenues for 2022, 2023, and 2024 are 151 million, 400 million, and 501 million yuan respectively, with net losses of 168 million, 169 million, and 104 million yuan during the same period [10][11]. - As of the first half of this year, the company reported an accumulated deficit of 427 million yuan [11]. Investment and Shareholding - The company has attracted significant investment since its inception, with early investments from USTC and other venture capital firms. Notable funding rounds include an A round in 2018 and a B round in 2021, led by prominent investors such as Hillhouse Capital [11][12]. - The major shareholders before the IPO include Hefei Sikun, USTC Holdings, and Shuhua Technology, holding 27.2%, 14.75%, and 8.43% of the shares respectively [12]. Industry Context - Hefei has become a hub for quantum technology, with over 30 quantum companies located on "Quantum Avenue." This area has seen significant advancements in quantum communication and computing, with notable projects like the "Mozi" satellite and the "Beijing-Shanghai" quantum communication line [13][15]. - The establishment of a 10 billion yuan quantum industry fund in 2017 and the recent approval of a provincial-level future industry pilot zone in Hefei indicate strong governmental support for the quantum sector [15][16].