Pony.ai Files for US IPO to Expand Global Robotaxi Presence
The Chinese autonomous driving firm aims to list on Nasdaq amidst rising investor interest and easing regulatory pressures.
- Pony.ai, founded in 2016, is a leading developer in autonomous mobility, supported by partnerships with companies like Toyota and GAC Group.
- The company plans to trade under the ticker symbol 'PONY' but has not disclosed the size of its initial public offering.
- Pony.ai's revenue nearly doubled to $24.7 million in the first half of 2024, although it reported a net loss of $51.3 million.
- The firm operates over 250 robotaxis, accumulating more than 33.5 million kilometers of autonomous driving mileage.
- Backed by a $100 million investment from Saudi Arabia's NEOM, Pony.ai was valued at $8.5 billion in 2022.