JIADE Limited (NASDAQ: JDZG) entered into a non‑binding memorandum of understanding with Chinalink Education Group, a South Korean education brand that leverages artificial‑intelligence technology, on February 24, 2026. The agreement sets out a framework for exploring joint investment opportunities in high‑growth technology sectors, with a particular focus on Korean firms that may be preparing for U.S. initial public offerings or other international capital‑market moves.
Under the MOU, JIADE and Chinalink will collaborate to identify and evaluate potential investment targets, and the parties have agreed to establish a strategic capital pool of up to $5 million to support early‑stage investments in AI‑driven educational technology companies. The partnership is intended to give JIADE early access to innovative Korean firms that could become attractive acquisition or alliance targets, thereby expanding its product portfolio and strengthening its competitive position in the global AI education market.
JIADE has faced financial headwinds in recent quarters, reporting negative earnings growth and low profitability margins, and a significant cash burn rate. The company also completed a registered direct offering of $3 million in February, and has received Nasdaq notification letters concerning minimum bid price deficiencies. These developments underscore the company’s ongoing liquidity challenges and the importance of new growth initiatives such as the Chinalink partnership.
The February 24 MOU builds on an earlier collaboration announced on January 2, 2026, when JIADE and Chinalink entered into a broader cross‑border cooperation framework focused on vocational education, AI teacher training, and curriculum development. The current agreement represents a more focused, investment‑oriented extension of that initial partnership.
Yuan Li, Chairman of the Board and Co‑Chief Executive Officer, said the partnership “may provide opportunities for us to broaden our cross‑border investment reach and engage with innovative technology companies in South Korea.” He added that the collaboration “represents a meaningful step in our efforts to develop an international presence and strengthen AI‑driven education solutions.”
Market analysts have noted that similar partnership announcements in the past have generated only modest reactions, whereas capital‑raising activities have historically triggered stronger negative responses. The company’s recent direct offering, for example, elicited a sharp market downturn, highlighting investor sensitivity to dilution concerns. In contrast, the current MOU is expected to be viewed as a strategic, low‑risk initiative that could unlock future growth opportunities without immediate financial obligations.
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