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FuriosaAI has turned down acquisition offers from major tech firms, including a reported $800 million bid from Meta, to focus on an independent IPO planned for 2027. The company is raising $500 million in a pre-IPO round and aims to produce 20,000 NPUs in 2026, targeting the global data center and AI infrastructure markets while emphasizing technological sovereignty over integration with Big Tech. This strategy aligns with national goals for AI chip independence and could reshape the landscape for innovation among Korean startups.