AEye Stock Soars 258.41% on NVIDIA Partnership

On July 24, 2025, AEye's stock surged by 258.41% in pre-market trading, marking a significant milestone for the company.

AEye, a pioneer in high-performance lidar technology, announced that its flagship Apollo lidar has been fully integrated into NVIDIA's DRIVE AGX platform. This integration is a critical part of NVIDIA’s autonomous vehicle ecosystem, providing AEye with direct access to a global network of top-tier automakers. This partnership is expected to accelerate the deployment of AEye’s technology into millions of passenger vehicles in the coming years.

AEye CEO Matt Fisch highlighted the significance of this integration, stating that it validates Apollo’s best-in-class capabilities. The lidar’s industry-leading 1-kilometer range and compact form factor make it a standout solution across various markets. Fisch also mentioned that AEye’s lidar is software-defined, allowing for updates and improvements over time without replacing the hardware. This feature aligns with the modern approach to vehicle design, which emphasizes smarter, more connected, and evolving technologies.

Fisch further noted that AEye’s integration with NVIDIA DRIVE AGX positions the company as a key player in the future of global mobility. He also hinted at upcoming details on their earnings call scheduled for July 31 and the introduction of their newest offering, OPTIS, a complete physical AI solution designed for smart transportation, safety, and security beyond automotive applications.