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Nvidia-Backed CoreWeave Eyes $35 Billion IPO Amid AI Boom

CoreWeave, a cloud computing company specializing in AI infrastructure, is preparing for a major IPO on Nasdaq under the ticker “CRWV.” The Nvidia-backed firm aims to raise up to $2.7 billion, setting a valuation exceeding $35 billion, making it one of the biggest tech listings in recent years.

Key Facts

  • 49 million shares priced between $47 and $55 each.
  • Revenue skyrocketed from $229M in 2023 to $1.9B in 2024, though net losses also climbed to $863M.
  • IPO led by Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan, and Goldman Sachs.
  • $11.9B deal with OpenAI, including a $350M private investment from OpenAI.
  • AI infrastructure powered by 300,000 Nvidia GPUs, supporting Meta, IBM, and Microsoft.

The Nvidia Partnership

Nvidia’s strategic backing has been crucial in CoreWeave’s rise. The firm secured $2.3B in debt financing using Nvidia GPUs as collateral and is integrating Nvidia’s latest GB200 NVL72 cloud instances, offering cutting-edge AI processing capabilities.

Market Impact

CoreWeave’s IPO could revive the tech IPO market and signal a strong investor appetite for AI-driven companies. However, economic uncertainty and shifts in AI infrastructure strategies—especially from major clients like Microsoft—add complexity to the landscape.As the AI boom continues, CoreWeave is positioning itself as a key player in next-gen cloud computing, directly competing with Amazon and Google.

University Of Cyprus And DegradationLab Launch Solar Research Project

The DegradationLab Strategy Unit in Infrastructure and the University of Cyprus Photovoltaic Technology Laboratory have launched a research project focused on validating a performance monitoring system for next-generation photovoltaic devices.

Named MPPT-Solution, and formally titled “Proof of Concept of Open-Source, Low Cost, And Adaptable MPP Tracking System For Perovskite PV Devices”, the project aims to improve Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) for emerging photovoltaic technologies, including perovskite-based solar cells.

Addressing Hysteresis In Photovoltaic Performance

One of the project’s objectives is to address measurement hysteresis, a challenge associated with several emerging photovoltaic technologies. Researchers are developing an electronic monitoring system designed to track maximum power output more accurately and support performance assessment under varying operating conditions.

Rigorous Testing And Strategic Validation

Launched on March 1, 2026, the project is scheduled to run for nine months. Testing will be conducted under controlled laboratory conditions at the University of Cyprus before moving to field trials involving large-scale perovskite photovoltaic panels. During the outdoor testing phase, international industry partners will collaborate with researchers to evaluate system performance under real-world operating conditions.

Pathway To Commercial Viability

Alongside its research objectives, MPPT-Solution is exploring the development of an open-source, low-cost and adaptable MPPT system for future commercial applications. Project participants expect the technology to contribute to improving the efficiency and monitoring capabilities of next-generation photovoltaic installations.

Strategic Funding And Innovation

Funding is provided by the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation through its Proof of Concept programme, which forms part of the broader Smart Development initiative. Support from the programme will enable the development and validation of renewable energy technologies while strengthening research activity in Cyprus.

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