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SES AI (NYSE: SES) has secured a significant purchase order from Data Blanket for AI-enhanced Li-Metal and Li-ion batteries to power AI-driven drones for forest fire management and border patrol applications. The initial shipments were delivered in December 2024, with the remaining deliveries expected by mid-2025.

The batteries offer higher energy density and power compared to conventional Li-ion batteries, enabling longer drone flight times. Data Blanket's drones provide rapid, firsthand data and images to firefighters, enhancing their operational capabilities. The company plans to expand the use of SES systems across its growing product line, leveraging SES's Li-Metal technology and AI-enabled management and safety systems for operations in harsh environments.

SES AI (NYSE: SES) has secured contracts worth up to $10 million with two major global OEM partners to develop AI-enhanced battery solutions. The contracts focus on applying AI for Science to develop new electrolyte materials for both Li-Metal and Li-ion batteries for automotive applications.

The revenue from these contracts will be partially recognized in Q4 2024, with the remaining portion expected through H1 2025. This development follows SES AI's recent breakthrough in creating the world's first battery using an AI-discovered electrolyte material for drones and robotics applications.

The new contracts will apply AI-discovered electrolytes for Li-Metal B-sample developments and, for the first time, with mature Li-ion batteries already in commercial use.

SES AI (NYSE: SES), a leader in AI-enhanced Li-Metal and Li-ion battery development, has announced that Founder and CEO Dr. Qichao Hu will participate in a Water Tower Research Fireside Chat on January 15, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

The discussion, co-hosted by Water Tower Research's CEO Shawn Severson and Senior Research Analyst Brian Gordon, will focus on three main topics: SES AI's recent CES appearance and their new AI-enhanced 2170 cylindrical cell for humanoid robotics, their ongoing work in EVs, UAMs, drones, and robotics, and their Molecular Universe project including a new electrolyte discovery.

The event will be open access for all investors, with registration available through Water Tower Research's website.

SES AI (NYSE: SES) has unveiled an innovative AI-enhanced 2170 cylindrical battery cell at CES 2025, specifically designed for humanoid robotics and drone applications. The cell features a groundbreaking electrolyte material discovered through SES AI's Molecular Universe initiative, developed in collaboration with NVIDIA.

The new technology has dramatically reduced the molecule mapping process from 8,000 years to just 2 months through advanced GPU and computing software. The AI-enhanced cell combines standard 2170 Li-ion form factor with improved features including enhanced low temperature performance, high-rate capabilities, and reduced gassing and thermal risks.

According to CEO Qichao Hu, this development addresses specific OEM requirements and opens new market opportunities in Li-ion 2170 cells. The worldwide market for Li-ion cylindrical cells is valued at $10 billion in 2023 and projected to reach $50 billion by 2033.

SES AI (NYSE: SES) has announced its participation in the 2025 CES Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center from January 7th to 10th. The company will unveil a groundbreaking AI-enhanced cell for robotics applications, featuring the world's first battery containing electrolyte material discovered through their Molecular Universe initiative. This project maps the properties of 10^11 molecules suitable for battery electrolytes.

The company will also showcase its high energy density Li-Metal cells designed for UAM, drones, and EV applications at Booth 9353 in the LVCC North Hall.

SES AI (NYSE: SES) announced its 4th annual Battery World event scheduled for December 17, 2024. The event will highlight several key developments, including the company's 100Ah Li-Metal cells passing GB38031-2020 global EV industry safety tests, expansion of Urban Air Mobility (UAM) lines, and completion of Site Acceptance Test (SAT). The company also announced cell supply agreements with SoftBank.

The event will feature sessions across multiple regions (U.S., China, and Korea) with panel discussions focusing on AI-Accelerated Material Discovery, manufacturing safety, and the convergence of AI and energy. SES AI expects its first revenue from AI-accelerated battery material discovery in 2025.

SES AI (NYSE: SES) reported its Q3 2024 results, highlighting significant achievements in commercialization. The company's 100Ah Li-Metal cells passed the GB38031-2020 global EV safety test, marking progress toward C-samples and production. SES secured UAM cell supply agreements, including with SoftBank, and is developing revenue streams from AI-accelerated battery material discovery. The company demonstrated improved cash management, reducing FY 2024 cash usage guidance to $80M-$95M from $100M-$120M, with liquidity extending into 2028.

SES AI (NYSE: SES), a leader in Li-Metal battery development, has announced its 2024 third quarter earnings call scheduled for October 31, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET. The company will release financial results after market close and host a conference call to discuss progress in Li-Metal cells for EVs, UAM, and drones, along with AI initiatives.

Investors can access the live webcast through SES's Investor Relations website and register in advance using the provided link. A Q&A submission link is available until October 30, 2024, at 11:00 p.m. ET. The call can also be accessed via phone with toll-free and international numbers provided. A webcast replay will be available shortly after the call.

SES AI (NYSE: SES) has announced two major milestones in its AI Initiative:

• The promotion of Dr. Kang Xu to Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the company's AI efforts, effective October 17th, 2024.
• The signing of its first commercial agreement with a leading global electrolyte producer to accelerate Li-Metal and Li-ion electrolyte development across four key applications: EV, heavy-duty trucking, consumer electronics, and grid storage.

This partnership aims to revolutionize the global battery electrolyte market, which is expected to grow from $12bn to $25bn by 2030. Dr. Xu, with nearly 30 years of experience in battery electrolyte development, will lead SES AI's team of computational chemists, AI/ML scientists, data scientists, and battery scientists to create tangible results using its proprietary AI machine for commercial problem-solving in the battery industry.