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VERISILICON CEO CHARTS GLOBAL EXPANSION

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
WED, SEP 23, 2026

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Wayne Dai, CEO of Shanghai-listed chip-design firm VeriSilicon, outlined the company's strategy to expand into new markets worldwide during an appearance at CITIC Securities' International Investors' Forum.

Dai discussed VeriSilicon's approach to scaling its business beyond existing operations, focusing on geographic diversification and market penetration. The chip-design company seeks to strengthen its presence across key regions as it competes in the semiconductor sector. VeriSilicon, which specializes in semiconductor intellectual property and design services, has positioned itself as a player in the competitive chip-design landscape. The company's expansion strategy addresses growing demand for semiconductor solutions globally. Dai's comments come amid broader industry trends toward supply chain diversification and increased investment in semiconductor development. VeriSilicon's growth plans align with China's efforts to build domestic chip-design capabilities. The executive's remarks were made on the sidelines of the forum, a platform for discussing investment opportunities and business strategies in Asia.

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