Xiaomi-Backed US Listed Tech Firm Huami Teams With UK Race-Tech Developer
Liao Shumin
DATE:  Jan 15 2019
/ SOURCE:  yicai

(Yicai Global) Jan. 15 --  Huami Corporation [ NYSE:HMI ], a biometric and activity data-driven company, announced that it has entered into a global partnership with  Woking, UK-based McLaren Applied Technologies, which is affiliated with McLaren Racing, a renowned Formula One team.

 
The two will work together to explore smart wearables and AI technologies in the racing field, e.g. those to optimize drivers' skills,  human body sensors,  and the application of carbon fiber technology used in race car bodies to Huami's Amazfit smartwatch products. 


Beijing-based Xiaomi and related companies holds an almost 40 percent stake of Huami, which designs and makes Xiaomi-branded smart watches, scales and other accessories. It listed on the New York Stock Exchange last year. 



Its agreement with Xiaomi grants it most-favored-partner status globally and bestows significant demand that drives fast development of new products and business growth.


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