YFI -1.7% on Weak 7-Day Performance as Edgewater Targets AI-Driven Wi-Fi at Canada’s Premier Semiconductor Event

Edgewater Wireless Systems Inc., the developer of AI-powered Wi-Fi Spectrum Slicing™ technology, will showcase its next-generation wireless solutions at Accelerated: Canada’s Semiconductor Symposium 2025, scheduled for November 25–26 in Vancouver. The event, hosted by FABrIC and CMC Microsystems, is recognized as the premier platform for Canada’s semiconductor ecosystem. The company will highlight how its patented Wi-Fi 8–ready silicon platform enhances throughput, reduces latency, and supports AI-enabled edge connectivity in dense environments.

Edgewater’s CEO, Andrew Skafel, will deliver a keynote on the company’s roadmap for ultra-high-reliability wireless solutions and how Canada can lead in AI-powered connectivity for enterprise, industrial IoT, and residential applications. The company is already executing on a $2.4 million commercialization initiative, funded in part by a $921,000 non-dilutive grant from FABrIC, a government-backed, $2223M Strategic Response Fund initiative.

Edgewater’s participation in the symposium underscores its commitment to advancing real-world applications of its AI-driven Wi-Fi technology. The company claims its Spectrum Slicing platform can deliver up to 10x performance improvements and reduce latency by 50% in multi-device environments, offering a competitive edge in a growing IoT and edge computing market.

The event is expected to attract industry leaders, investors, and government representatives, providing Edgewater with an opportunity to strengthen partnerships and showcase the commercial potential of its silicon-based solutions. The company, which operates under a fabless model and holds 26 patents, has positioned itself at the intersection of wireless innovation and AI-enabled infrastructure.

As Canada seeks to bolster its semiconductor capabilities, Edgewater’s AI-powered platform aligns with national strategies to reduce dependency on foreign supply chains and foster domestic R&D. With support from key government programs and growing demand for next-generation wireless technologies, the company is positioning itself for long-term growth despite current market challenges.

The announcement comes amid a recent market downturn for the company’s shares. On November 21, 2025, YFI fell 0.17% in 24 hours to $4160, marking an 8.95% drop over the past week and a 11.85% decline over the last month. The stock has lost nearly half its value year-to-date, reflecting broader market pressures on high-growth tech stocks.