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Group14 Closes US$463M Series D Funding Round and Acquires 100% Ownership of BAM Factory in South Korea from SK, Inc.

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News | January 5, 2025

Apple IPhone Supplier TDK Rolls Out New Batteries to Keep Pace With AI

Bloomberg: TDK Corp. plans to mass-produce advanced silicon-anode batteries with 15% higher energy density in 2025, addressing rising AI-powered device demands. These batteries enable faster EV charging and enhanced smartphone performance. Partnering with Group14 Technologies and ATL, TDK is leveraging rapid production capabilities despite concerns about supply limitations. Growth is expected incrementally, as silicon battery adoption expands.

News | December 18, 2024

Honor’s silicon battery tech makes the Magic 7 Pro stand out even more

Yahoo Tech: Honor’s Magic7 Pro smartphone features a silicon-carbon battery powered by Group14’s SCC55™ silicon battery material. With a capacity of up to 5,850mAh, the battery enables the fast charging and extended battery life necessary to meet the growing demands of AI-enabled devices.

News | November 5, 2024

Solid-state batteries may yet catch up — but silicon anodes are winning the race to power EVs

CNBC: Silicon-anode batteries are advancing faster than solid-state alternatives in the EV sector, offering higher energy density and faster charging. Companies like Group14 Technologies are leading this progress, with their silicon-carbon composite SCC55™ that enables 50% more energy density than traditional graphite anodes.

News | October 28, 2024

The Battery Revolution Is Finally Here

MSN: Advancements in battery technology, including solid-state batteries and high-silicon anodes, are set to revolutionize electric vehicles (EVs) by enhancing energy density and reducing weight. Companies like Group14 are leading this innovation, aiming to deliver safer, more efficient batteries that could significantly extend EV range and performance.

News | September 20, 2024

US to award $3 billion to 25 projects for battery manufacturing sector

Reuters: The U.S. Department of Energy plans to fund battery manufacturing and supply chain projects across 14 states to boost domestic production and reduce dependence on China. This initiative is projected to create 12,000 jobs and attract $16 billion in investments, strengthening the nation’s energy infrastructure and supply chain resilience.

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News | August 20, 2025

Group14 lands $463M from SK, Porsche, and others to make silicon anodes for EVs

TechCrunch: Battery materials startup Group14 announced Wednesday it has closed a $463 million funding round to expand its manufacturing footprint, a sign that investors remain confident in the future of electric vehicles.

News | August 20, 2025

Porsche-backed Group14 closes new funding, takes control of JV’s battery material plant

Reuters: Group14 Technologies said on Wednesday it had raised $463 million in its latest financing round led by South Korean investment firm SK (034730.KS), opens new tab, as the silicon-based battery material startup aims to scale up production.

News | August 20, 2025

American Battery Companies Are Shopping Abroad

The Wall Street Journal: U.S. battery companies are increasingly looking overseas for new manufacturing opportunities, amid waning support for clean technologies at home.

Press Release | August 20, 2025

Group14 Closes US$463M Series D Funding Round and Acquires 100% Ownership of BAM Factory in South Korea from SK, Inc.

The funds will be used to continue scaling the manufacture of Group14’s silicon battery material in the U.S. and South Korea, and help meet overwhelming demand for energy storage worldwide.

Blog | August 18, 2025

Beyond the Cathode: How New Materials Are Redefining Battery Performance

The cathode no longer calls the shots. Silicon anodes are shifting the center of gravity in battery design, allowing developers to unlock faster charging, longer range, and seamless compatibility across battery chemistries and formats.

News | July 22, 2025

From 0 to 80% in 10 Min? This U.S. Battery Tech Could Upend the EV Game

MSN: U.S.-based battery technology company Group14 Technologies has taken a significant step toward resolving one of the biggest challenges in electric vehicles (EVs): range anxiety.

News | July 18, 2025

Silicon-Carbon Batteries Promise 400-Mile Range and 10-Minute Charging

AutoBlog: Imagine charging 80% of your electric vehicle’s battery in under 10 minutes and achieving over 400 miles on a single charge. Group14 Technologies’ silicon-carbon anode material, SCC55®, promises substantial advancements in EV battery capabilities, addressing some of the key barriers to mass adoption by improving both range and charging speeds.

News | July 15, 2025

Behind the eVTOL — A Deep Dive with Rick Luebbe, CEO of Group14, Whose Silicon Battery Material Powers Some of Our Favorite eVTOLs (and Many Other Things)

FLYJETS: A deep-dive about the phone-, electric vehicle- and eVTOL-supporting battery material-maker Group14 – which has raised almost $1 billion to date – and what exactly is so great about silicon anode batteries.

News | June 26, 2025

Silicon battery breakthrough could double EV range and last 3,000+ cycles

MSN: A Washington-based company has announced a major performance benchmark for silicon battery performance. Group14 Technologies revealed that SCC55 is enabling silicon battery manufacturers to consistently achieve over 1,500 charge cycles.

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