Investing in Nexa AI: Pioneering the Future of On-Device AI
We are excited to announce our investment in Nexa AI, a groundbreaking company revolutionizing on-device AI.
The Next Frontier in AI Deployment
We are excited to announce our investment in Nexa AI, a groundbreaking company revolutionizing on-device AI. As part of their Series Seed round, Maxitech is backing Nexa AI to accelerate its mission of delivering high-performance, compact AI models that run directly on edge devices—eliminating the need for constant cloud connectivity.
This investment reflects Maxitech’s unwavering commitment to AI-powered enterprise innovation and reinforces our role as a strategic partner to startups shaping the future of enterprise AI.
What is Nexa AI?
Nexa AI is at the forefront of edge computing, developing device-optimized AI models that bring powerful multi-modal AI capabilities directly to a wide range of devices—from consumer electronics to industrial applications. Their technology enables businesses to deploy AI models locally, ensuring real-time processing, enhanced security, and cost efficiency without relying on cloud infrastructure.
Already trusted by major tech players like AMD and Lenovo, Nexa AI’s local inference framework empowers enterprises to integrate custom AI capabilities into their products, unlocking new levels of efficiency and user experience.
Why This Investment Matters
The AI industry is at a critical juncture. Even with breakthroughs like Deepseek’s, enterprises are still grappling with the realities of cloud dependency: escalating infrastructure costs, data privacy risks, and real-time processing demands that centralized systems struggle to meet. The growing demand for real-time, privacy-preserving, and cost-efficient AI solutions has led to a significant shift toward on-device processing.
Our investment in Nexa AI underscores Maxitech’s conviction that the future of enterprise AI lies at the intersection of edge computing and generative AI. By enabling organizations to run AI models locally, Nexa AI is reducing cloud dependency, enhancing data security, and ensuring AI applications remain accessible even in offline environments. This aligns with Maxitech’s broader strategy of supporting startups that drive real-world business outcomes through AI innovation.
Beyond capital, Maxitech brings deep industry expertise and an extensive network of enterprise partners, positioning Nexa AI to scale rapidly. Through strategic partnerships and potential pilot programs, we are integrating Nexa AI’s technology into enterprise workflows, demonstrating its transformative potential across industries such as finance, healthcare, and manufacturing.
Why We Believe in Nexa AI
At Maxitech, we invest not just in ideas, but in exceptional teams with the vision and expertise to execute. Nexa AI is led by Dr. Wei (Alex) Chen and Zack Liu, both of whom bring world-class technical expertise and industry experience to the table.
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Alex, an AI researcher from Stanford, has a deep understanding of mathematical modeling and AI architectures—critical in optimizing AI models for on-device deployment.
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Zack, a former Google and Amazon Lab126 engineer, has firsthand experience in scaling AI solutions for enterprise applications.
Their unique combination of technical depth, industry experience, and business acumen makes them the right team to push the boundaries of on-device AI innovation.
What This Means for the Future of Enterprise AI
As on-device AI continues to gain traction, Nexa AI is positioned to become a leader in this rapidly growing field. The technology has the potential to redefine enterprise AI strategies, allowing organizations to:
✅ Reduce cloud computing costs by processing AI workloads locally
✅ Improve security and privacy by keeping sensitive data on-device
✅ Enable real-time AI applications with near-zero latency
✅ Expand AI accessibility to devices with limited computing power
Together, Maxitech and Nexa AI will work to scale adoption across industries, helping enterprises unlock the full potential of edge AI.
A Word from Nexa’s Founders
“Maxitech’s investment is more than just funding—it’s a partnership that opens doors to enterprise adoption and industry collaboration. Their deep network and expertise in AI-driven enterprise solutions will be invaluable as we continue to push the boundaries of on-device AI.” ~ Dr. Wei (Alex) Chen, Co-founder & CEO, Nexa AI
“Maxitech goes beyond traditional investment by actively fostering business expansion and industry partnerships. Their extensive network and hands-on approach to supporting startups have already helped us establish key partnerships and expand our market reach. With their backing, we’re not only advancing on-device AI technology but also accelerating real-world enterprise adoption at scale." ~ Zack Li, Co-founder & CTO, Nexa AI
Looking Ahead
Maxitech is proud to be at the forefront of the enterprise AI revolution. Our investment in Nexa AI is part of a larger vision to back startups that are redefining how AI is deployed—from the cloud to the edge.
“Nexa AI’s approach to on-device AI is both timely and transformative,” said Maxitech CEO & Founder Burak Arik, “because it enables businesses to harness AI in a way that is cost-effective, secure, and scalable. We’re thrilled to support Alex, Zack, and their team as they build the future of enterprise AI.”
We believe this shift will be a game-changer for industries seeking real-time, privacy-preserving AI solutions. We invite you to follow Nexa AI’s journey and see how on-device AI is transforming industries.
🔗 Learn more about Nexa AI’s technology at nexa.ai
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