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Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Ambiq Launches Two New Edge AI Runtime Solutions
AUSTIN, Texas, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ambiq Micro, Inc. ('Ambiq'), a technology leader in ultra-low-power semiconductor solutions for edge AI, today unveils HeliosRT (Runtime) and HeliosAOT (Ahead-of-Time), two new edge AI runtime solutions optimized for the Ambiq Apollo Systems-on-Chip (SoCs) family. These developer tools are designed to significantly enhance the performance and energy efficiency of AI models for the unique demands of edge computing environments. Addressing Critical Edge AI Challenges As AI workloads increasingly migrate to edge devices, developers face growing pressure to deliver high performance within strict power budgets. Traditional AI frameworks often struggle in ultra-low-power scenarios, making it difficult to deploy sophisticated AI models in battery-powered devices, such as wearables, hearables, IoT sensors, and industrial monitors. Ambiq's new runtime solutions expand its growing portfolio of developer-centric tools, designed to help engineers unlock the full potential of Apollo SoCs. HeliosRT and HeliosAOT offer flexible, high-performance deployment options for edge AI across a wide range of applications, from digital health and smart homes to industrial automation and beyond. HeliosRT: Power-Optimized LiteRT HeliosRT is a performance-enhanced implementation of LiteRT (formerly TensorFlow Lite for Microcontrollers) that is tailored for energy-constrained environments. Fully compatible with existing TensorFlow workflows, HeliosRT introduces key improvements: HeliosAOT: Compiling LiteRT to Optimized C Code HeliosAOT introduces a ground-up, ahead-of-time compiler that transforms TensorFlow Lite models directly into embedded C code for edge AI deployment. This innovative approach offers runtime-level, or better, performance with additional benefits: 'The intersection of developer experience and power efficiency is our north star,' said Carlos Morales, VP of AI at Ambiq. 'HeliosRT and HeliosAOT are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing AI development pipelines while delivering the performance and efficiency gains that edge applications demand. We believe this is a major step forward in making sophisticated AI truly ubiquitous.' Powered by SPOT® and Real-World Success Both Helios solutions are built on Ambiq's patented Sub-threshold Power Optimized Technology (SPOT), which is the foundation behind over 270 million devices deployed worldwide. Leveraging years of hardware-software co-design, these tools deliver measurable performance gains and streamlined deployment for developers targeting the edge. Availability Both solutions are supported with robust documentation, ready-to-use examples, and dedicated engineering assistance for Ambiq customers. About Ambiq Ambiq's mission is to enable intelligence (artificial intelligence (AI) and beyond) everywhere by delivering the lowest power semiconductor solutions. Ambiq enables its customers to deliver AI compute at the edge where power consumption challenges are the most profound. Ambiq's technology innovations, built on the patented and proprietary sub-threshold power optimized technology (SPOT), fundamentally deliver a multi-fold improvement in power consumption over traditional semiconductor designs. Ambiq has powered over 270 million devices to date. For more information, visit . Contact Charlene Wan VP of Corporate Marketing and Investor Relations cwan@ +1.512.879.2850 A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Toronto Star
2 days ago
- Business
- Toronto Star
Ambiq Launches Two New Edge AI Runtime Solutions
AUSTIN, Texas, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ambiq Micro, Inc. ('Ambiq'), a technology leader in ultra-low-power semiconductor solutions for edge AI, today unveils HeliosRT (Runtime) and HeliosAOT (Ahead-of-Time), two new edge AI runtime solutions optimized for the Ambiq Apollo Systems-on-Chip (SoCs) family. These developer tools are designed to significantly enhance the performance and energy efficiency of AI models for the unique demands of edge computing environments.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
AI chipmaker Ambiq Micro to go public at up to $25 a share
-- Ambiq Micro Inc., a provider of ultra-low power semiconductors for edge AI applications, has filed for an initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol 'AMBQ.' According to an SEC filing, the Austin-based firm plans to offer 6.8 million shares at a price range of $22 to $25 per share, implying a potential valuation of up to $426 million at the top of the range. Underwriters for the offering include BofA Securities, UBS Investment Bank, Needham & Company, and Stifel. The company has also granted underwriters a 510,000-share overallotment option, which could bring in additional proceeds if fully exercised. Ambiq's chips, which consume two to five times less power than conventional counterparts, have shipped in more than 270 million devices to date. Over 40% of the 42 million units shipped in 2024 ran AI algorithms, targeting use cases in wearable tech, digital health, smart homes, and industrial edge systems. Revenue momentum is strongest in geographies outside Mainland China, where net sales grew over 56% year-over-year in the first half of 2025. During the same period, sales in China fell by up to 84%, reflecting a broader pivot in the company's go-to-market strategy. According to preliminary results, Ambiq estimates its gross profit margin rose to 46.3% in the six months ended June 30, 2025, up from 35.7% a year prior. Gross profit could range between $15.2 million and $15.9 million, suggesting improved operating leverage as a result of more integrated system-on-chip (SoC) and software sales. The company's product lines, including the Apollo and developing Atomiq SoC families, leverage its proprietary Sub-threshold Power Optimized Technology (SPOT) platform to drive energy efficiency in AI workloads. Atomiq, which is still in development, is expected to deliver the highest performance and lowest power consumption among Ambiq's products to date. Despite the growth narrative, Ambiq cautions that it faces material risks, including dependency on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company for fabrication and a lack of long-term customer commitments. The company also noted it has identified material weaknesses in internal financial controls as it transitions to public-market reporting standards. Looking ahead, Ambiq seeks to extend its SPOT architecture beyond its current microcontroller offerings into dedicated AI processors and application-specific chips. Management believes a licensable SPOT platform could position the company as a foundational low-power enabler in the broader $22.5 billion edge AI semiconductor market forecasted for 2028. Related articles AI chipmaker Ambiq Micro to go public at up to $25 a share Victoria's Secret Exposed: The Warning Sign Behind the Stock's 52% Collapse Apollo economist warns: AI bubble now bigger than 1990s tech mania Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Bloomberg
3 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Arm-Backed Chipmaker Ambiq Micro Starts Marketing US IPO
Ambiq Micro Inc., a maker of ultra-low power semiconductors for artificial intelligence applications, is seeking to raise as much as $85 million from an initial public offering. The Austin-based company, which counts Arm Holdings Plc among its investors, plans to market 3.4 million shares at $22 to $25 each, according to its filing early Monday with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ambiq Micro, Inc. Announces Filing of Registration Statement For Proposed Initial Public Offering
AUSTIN, Texas, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ambiq Micro, Inc. ('Ambiq'), a technology leader in ultra-low-power semiconductor solutions for edge AI, today announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC') relating to the proposed initial public offering of its common stock. The proposed offering is subject to market and other conditions and there can be no assurance as to whether or when the proposed offering may be completed. The number of shares of common stock to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined. Ambiq intends to apply to have its common stock listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol 'AMBQ.' BofA Securities and UBS Investment Bank will act as joint lead book-running managers for the proposed offering. Needham & Company and Stifel will act as joint book-running managers for the proposed offering. The proposed offering will be made only by means of a prospectus. When available, copies of the preliminary prospectus relating to the proposed offering may be obtained by contacting: BofA Securities, NC1-022-02-25, 201 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina 28255-0001, Attention: Prospectus Department, or by email at or UBS Securities LLC, Attention: Prospectus Department, 1285 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York 10019, by telephone at (888) 827-7275 or by emailing ol-prospectus-request@ A registration statement relating to these securities has been filed with the SEC but has not yet become effective. These securities may not be sold, nor may offers to buy be accepted, prior to the time the registration statement becomes effective. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. About Ambiq Ambiq's mission is to enable intelligence (artificial intelligence (AI) and beyond) everywhere by delivering the lowest power semiconductor solutions. Ambiq enables its customers to deliver AI compute at the edge where power consumption challenges are the most profound. Ambiq's technology innovations, built on the patented and proprietary subthreshold power optimized technology (SPOT®), fundamentally deliver a multi-fold improvement in power consumption over traditional semiconductor designs. Ambiq has powered over 270 million devices to date. Contact: Charlene Wan VP of Corporate Marketing and Investor Relations cwan@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
