On November 14, 2025, Hong Kong – Sai Fang Technology officially launched its first data center management chip based on the RISC-V architecture, named “Lion Rock Chip.” As a milestone product, the “Lion Rock Chip” successfully marks the first large-scale commercial deployment of RISC-V in the data center field, injecting new core momentum into the development of China’s computing power infrastructure.
The product launch attracted significant attention, with industry leaders gathering in Hong Kong, including Xu Tao, founder and CEO of Sai Fang Technology; Dr. Li Jiajie, founder of Fusheng Capital; Ms. Chen Jiaqi, CEO of Hong Kong Investment Management Company; Liu Hongyun, chairman and CEO of Super Fusion; He Jiawei, general manager of Intel’s Data Center and AI Sales Division in China; Chen Yinglong, managing partner of Fusheng Capital; and Li Xin, director and executive vice president of China Mobile Hong Kong Company, among others, to witness the key breakthrough of RISC-V in data center application scenarios.
Key partners provide strong support, enabling RISC-V to break through large-scale commercial use in data centers.
During the event, Sai Fang Technology and Super Fusion jointly held the “Lion Rock Chip” delivery ceremony, exemplifying the collaboration between chip manufacturers and system application vendors. The two parties will use this delivery as a new starting point to continuously promote the commercialization of the “Lion Rock Chip” and deepen multi-dimensional cooperation in the data center field.
At the “Lion Rock Chip” delivery ceremony, from left to right: Xu Tao, founder and CEO of Sai Fang Technology; Zhang Naxin, CTO and president of data center business at Sai Fang Technology; Liu Quanzhong, president of Super Fusion’s computing power R&D department; Liu Hongyun, chairman and CEO of Super Fusion.
Super Fusion and Sai Fang Technology reached a strategic cooperation as early as March 2024 to jointly promote the research and development and implementation of the “Lion Rock Chip.” During the cooperation, both parties demonstrated efficient collaborative execution—only 16 months from signing the agreement to successfully lighting up the first chip, laying a solid foundation for the rapid commercialization of the product.
Liu Hongyun, chairman and CEO of Super Fusion, stated: “Computing power business is the global foundation of Super Fusion, and creating a stable data center management chip is crucial. We chose the ‘Lion Rock Chip’ based on the technical openness of the RISC-V architecture, the stringent performance standards of the chip, and the strong support from the Hong Kong government and investment companies. This chip will be widely used in AI servers, edge computing, and smart energy, helping to build a more intelligent, green, and secure computing power infrastructure. In the future, Super Fusion will continue to work with partners to promote the development of the RISC-V ecosystem and embrace the era of intelligent agents.”
In terms of technological integration and ecosystem co-construction, Sai Fang Technology has received significant support from Intel, paving the way for the “Lion Rock Chip” to enter the mainstream data center market. From chip specification definition to SoC system verification, both parties closely collaborated throughout the process, forming an efficient technical cooperation model. Currently, the “Lion Rock Chip” has completed platform management function verification in Intel’s customer reference systems, fully demonstrating its good compatibility and operational stability with Intel processor platforms, providing key assurance for subsequent large-scale deployment.
He Jiawei, general manager of Intel’s Data Center and AI Sales Division in China, stated: “We are optimistic about the market prospects of Sai Fang Technology’s new chip and are confident in its outstanding achievements. Intel has always adhered to an open ecosystem philosophy, and we will work with many innovative partners, including Sai Fang Technology, to expand the boundaries of computing and provide a better experience for global users.”
Leveraging the collaborative ecosystem of industry partners, the market potential of the “Lion Rock Chip” is accelerating its release. Industry data shows that the annual shipment of global data center management chips is approximately 16 million units and is expected to grow to 30 to 40 million units by 2030. In the face of this rapidly growing incremental market, the “Lion Rock Chip” is expected to capture a significant market share due to its unique advantages.
Utilizing RISC-V core technology to fully unleash the management potential of data centers.
Xu Tao, chairman and CEO of Sai Fang Technology, used a vivid metaphor to explain the positioning of the “Lion Rock Chip”: “If we compare a data center to an intelligent building, the GPU and CPU are the functional units within it, then the ‘Lion Rock Chip’ is the ‘property management center’ of the entire building—responsible for system security, energy consumption scheduling, and operation management, ensuring the entire building operates efficiently and stably.”
In the face of surging computing power demand, the industry urgently needs greener, more economical, and safer data center solutions. As the foundational cornerstone supporting the stable operation of large-scale computing power clusters, data center management chips are ushering in unprecedented development opportunities. Sai Fang Technology is precisely targeting this critical link, fully leveraging its innovative advantages in the RISC-V architecture.
In terms of core technology, the “Lion Rock Chip” is equipped with Sai Fang Technology’s self-developed high-performance RISC-V core and a coherent on-chip network (NoC), achieving excellent performance while also demonstrating outstanding energy efficiency. Xu Tao specifically pointed out that this RISC-V core adheres to the open concept, supporting customers to expand functions and customize development based on actual application scenarios.
He emphasized that the “Lion Rock Chip” has reached international mainstream levels in key indicators such as specifications, functions, performance, and power consumption, demonstrating comprehensive market competitiveness. Coupled with the localized hardware and software support provided by Sai Fang Technology, customers can quickly complete product optimization and achieve large-scale commercial deployment.
It is worth mentioning that the “Lion Rock Chip” also integrates a rich set of peripheral interfaces to fully meet the diverse communication and control needs of data centers; the built-in security module can effectively prevent hacking and data leakage risks; and the dedicated AI engine helps advance operation management towards intelligence and automation.
Looking ahead, Xu Tao stated: “The ‘Lion Rock Chip’ is just a starting point. Sai Fang Technology will continue to deepen its efforts in the data center infrastructure field, gradually expanding into broader markets such as connectivity, storage, and networking. The company’s next-generation products will continue to focus on unleashing the potential of data centers and promoting the comprehensive implementation and in-depth application of the RISC-V architecture in the AI era.”
Inheriting the ‘Lion Rock Spirit’ to shape a new paradigm for the rise of Hong Kong’s scientific and technological innovation.
The naming of the “Lion Rock Chip” originates from Hong Kong’s proud “Lion Rock Spirit”—self-improvement and perseverance. The birth of this chip is not only the result of technological breakthroughs but also deeply benefits from Hong Kong’s open, cooperative, and inclusive innovation ecosystem and the continuous support from all sectors of society.
Looking back at the development process, the growth of Sai Fang Technology is closely linked to the deep empowerment of Hong Kong’s capital strength. Xu Tao pointed out: “In 2019, Dr. Li Jiajie became a founding shareholder of Sai Fang Technology due to his profound insights into technology and firm belief in the chip industry. This year, the strategic investment from Hong Kong Investment Management Company has injected a new round of development momentum and expanded the space for strategic layout.”
Dr. Li Jiajie, founder of Fusheng Capital, stated: “The global technology competition is becoming increasingly fierce, and chip technology has become the core focus. An era driven by AI, which will fundamentally change the operational model of human society, is about to arrive. For Hong Kong to maintain its leading position, it must develop high technology and encourage innovation. The successful development of the ‘Lion Rock Chip’ adds strength from Hong Kong to this journey, making me feel extremely proud!”
Dr. Li Jiajie, founder of Fusheng Capital.
Ms. Chen Jiaqi, CEO of Hong Kong Investment Management Company, stated: “In March of this year, the Hong Kong Investment Company announced its investment in Sai Fang Technology. Today, this investment has delivered concrete results. The ‘Lion Rock Chip’ not only represents a breakthrough in key technology but has also gained market recognition and customer support, soon to enter large-scale production. As the world’s first data center management chip developed based on the RISC-V architecture, the ‘Lion Rock Chip’ embodies the investment direction of Hong Kong Investment Company, which is ‘home in Hong Kong, rooted in the country, and mindful of the world,’ and demonstrates a firm commitment to supporting the country’s technological self-reliance and strength.”
Previously, Sai Fang Technology has achieved a series of remarkable results in Hong Kong: in application implementation, collaborating with China Mobile Hong Kong and Hong Kong and China Gas to promote the application of “Honghua Chip” in Hong Kong; in ecosystem construction, hosting the first “Hong Kong RISC-V Development Forum” and co-building the “Smart Future Joint Innovation Center” with Super Fusion; in talent cultivation, launching the “Hong Kong RISC-V Talent Cultivation Program” and collaborating with the Department of Electrical Engineering at City University of Hong Kong to establish the “RISC-V Ecosystem Joint Laboratory.”
Looking ahead, Sai Fang Technology will continue to embody the “Lion Rock Spirit” as its core, using RISC-V as a technical fulcrum to help Hong Kong write a new chapter in technological self-reliance. Xu Tao stated: “We will use the successful practice of the ‘Lion Rock Chip’ as a blueprint to promote the development of the RISC-V ecosystem in more cities.”
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