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Horizon Robotics

Horizon Robotics (9660.HK) is a Beijing AI-chip leader, expanding its Journey computing platforms from cars to robots.

AI Chip SoC Listed Beijing
地平线

AI chips from cars to robots

Company Overview

  • Horizon was founded by AI scientist Yu Kai and became China's leading autonomous-driving chip company (Journey series).
  • It is extending its computing platforms into robotics, providing the on-device AI compute for perception and control.
  • Horizon is a key computing-supplier play on both autonomous driving and embodied AI.

Key Facts

Full NameHorizon Robotics
Chinese Name地平线机器人
Founded2015
HeadquartersBeijing, China
FounderYu Kai (余凯)
Stock Code9660.HK (Hong Kong)
Core ProductsJourney SoCs, robotics computing platforms
StatusChina's leading automotive/robot AI-chip company

Actuators & Sensors

  • Journey automotive/robotics SoCs.
  • On-device AI compute for perception.
  • Software toolchain for robot developers.

Supply-Chain Analysis

  • Horizon designs chips with domestic manufacturing partners.
  • Beijing AI ecosystem and talent.
  • Deep ties to Chinese automakers and now robot makers.

Competitor Comparison

Versus Nvidia (Jetson) and Qualcomm: Horizon competes with China-first optimization, domestic supply chain and integration with local robot platforms.

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