Nov 06, 2025
Kneron Invests in Innovedus, Joins Forces to Advance AI Education and Application Ecosystem
Kneron Inc., a global leader in edge AI chips, has officially announced its investment in Innovedus Inc. The two companies will collaborate to promote the widespread adoption of Edge AI education and foster the development of the AIoT industry ecosystem.
This partnership combines Kneron’s strengths in AI chip technology with Innovedus’s expertise in educational innovation, creating a comprehensive AI ecosystem that spans from technological R&D to practical education. The investment also reflects Kneron’s strategic expansion beyond chip development, further extending into AI talent cultivation and real-world technology applications.
With the rapid advancement of generative AI and edge computing, AI education has become a critical foundation for the sustainable growth of the tech industry. Over the years, Kneron has actively promoted AI research and development, strengthened the forward-looking layout of AI education, and emphasized the cultivation of AI talent. The company has collaborated with leading universities worldwide and made its products, such as Kneo Pi and Kneo Edge, more accessible. These efforts have enabled an orderly exploration of new paradigms for "AI + Education," driving the deep integration of AI into teaching and learning.
Since its establishment in 2024, Innovedus has been dedicated to advancing an innovative model of "AI Education × Edge Computing × System Integration." By leveraging Kneron’s NPU chips and modules—such as the KL520, KL720, and KL730—the company develops personalized Edge AIoT solutions capable of running AI models offline.
These solutions extend to diverse product lines, including AI education platforms, integrated AI education development devices (e.g., ARC I - AI Development Board), and AR smart devices (e.g., LAIXE-KNEO AI Smart Translation Glasses), bringing AI technology closer to both learning environments and industry needs. This investment further demonstrates the strong alignment between the two companies in their "Education as Application" philosophy.
Dr. Albert Liu, Founder and CEO of Kneron, stated, "Education is the starting point for the real-world application of AI technology. The Innovedus team combines educational insight with hands-on system implementation, enabling more young generations to experience and apply Kneron’s chips in practical settings—this is crucial for driving the widespread adoption of AI. To leverage AI in education, teachers and learners need access to AI devices and secure platforms. Without making technology accessible, the digital divide and educational inequality will only widen." He emphasized that the partnership will integrate chip technology with educational outreach to build a complete "AI from Chip to Campus" value chain, making AI education more in-depth and practical.
Wei-Cheng Zhou, CEO of Innovedus, added, "Kneron’s support not only empowers us technologically but also provides an opportunity to expand our educational footprint and develop more human-centric AI applications. We look forward to engaging more users in hands-on projects, allowing them to freely explore the performance and advantages of Edge AI, and turning every learning experience into actionable outcomes."
Moving forward, the two companies will continue to jointly advance multiple initiatives, including the deployment of offline GPT servers in campuses, domestic and international AI education camps, and hands-on Edge AIoT courses incorporating hardware modules.
This collaboration will not only accelerate the localization and accessibility of AI education but also inject new momentum into AI talent cultivation and industrial applications in Taiwan. By establishing a virtuous cycle connecting technology, education, and industry, the partnership aims to open a new chapter in the AI education ecosystem and foster a collaborative, learning-driven, research-oriented, and innovation-focused landscape for "AI + Education."
This partnership combines Kneron’s strengths in AI chip technology with Innovedus’s expertise in educational innovation, creating a comprehensive AI ecosystem that spans from technological R&D to practical education. The investment also reflects Kneron’s strategic expansion beyond chip development, further extending into AI talent cultivation and real-world technology applications.
With the rapid advancement of generative AI and edge computing, AI education has become a critical foundation for the sustainable growth of the tech industry. Over the years, Kneron has actively promoted AI research and development, strengthened the forward-looking layout of AI education, and emphasized the cultivation of AI talent. The company has collaborated with leading universities worldwide and made its products, such as Kneo Pi and Kneo Edge, more accessible. These efforts have enabled an orderly exploration of new paradigms for "AI + Education," driving the deep integration of AI into teaching and learning.
Since its establishment in 2024, Innovedus has been dedicated to advancing an innovative model of "AI Education × Edge Computing × System Integration." By leveraging Kneron’s NPU chips and modules—such as the KL520, KL720, and KL730—the company develops personalized Edge AIoT solutions capable of running AI models offline.
These solutions extend to diverse product lines, including AI education platforms, integrated AI education development devices (e.g., ARC I - AI Development Board), and AR smart devices (e.g., LAIXE-KNEO AI Smart Translation Glasses), bringing AI technology closer to both learning environments and industry needs. This investment further demonstrates the strong alignment between the two companies in their "Education as Application" philosophy.
Dr. Albert Liu, Founder and CEO of Kneron, stated, "Education is the starting point for the real-world application of AI technology. The Innovedus team combines educational insight with hands-on system implementation, enabling more young generations to experience and apply Kneron’s chips in practical settings—this is crucial for driving the widespread adoption of AI. To leverage AI in education, teachers and learners need access to AI devices and secure platforms. Without making technology accessible, the digital divide and educational inequality will only widen." He emphasized that the partnership will integrate chip technology with educational outreach to build a complete "AI from Chip to Campus" value chain, making AI education more in-depth and practical.
Wei-Cheng Zhou, CEO of Innovedus, added, "Kneron’s support not only empowers us technologically but also provides an opportunity to expand our educational footprint and develop more human-centric AI applications. We look forward to engaging more users in hands-on projects, allowing them to freely explore the performance and advantages of Edge AI, and turning every learning experience into actionable outcomes."
Moving forward, the two companies will continue to jointly advance multiple initiatives, including the deployment of offline GPT servers in campuses, domestic and international AI education camps, and hands-on Edge AIoT courses incorporating hardware modules.
This collaboration will not only accelerate the localization and accessibility of AI education but also inject new momentum into AI talent cultivation and industrial applications in Taiwan. By establishing a virtuous cycle connecting technology, education, and industry, the partnership aims to open a new chapter in the AI education ecosystem and foster a collaborative, learning-driven, research-oriented, and innovation-focused landscape for "AI + Education."
