The market reaction underscores investor skepticism toward the deal, which leaves the company’s year-to-date losses at 28%. Robo.ai intends to utilize QC Capital as a primary engine for its strategic holdings and data asset growth, focusing on robotics, smart cities, and digital infrastructure. According to the company, the transaction will bolster its capacity for cross-border mergers, venture incubation, and global commercialization.

To manage the dilution from the issuance, the consideration shares will be locked into a vesting and release schedule spanning up to eight years. Robo.ai expects to finalize the acquisition within the next 30 business days, effectively folding QC Capital’s venture-building expertise into its broader corporate structure.