Ainos reclassified to technology sector under GICS standards

Ainos, Inc. (NASDAQ: AIMD) announced its reclassification under the Global Industry Classification Standard to Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals, effective October 1, 2025. The company moved from the biotechnology sector to reflect its focus on AI-powered scent digitization technology.

The reclassification was administered by S&P Dow Jones Indices and MSCI. Ainos develops its AI Nose platform, which uses a smell language model to convert scent data into machine-readable insights for applications in semiconductors, robotics, manufacturing, and healthcare.

The company reported a 435% year-over-year revenue increase in the first half of 2025, driven by senior care initiatives in Japan. Ainos secured its first multi-year SmellTech-as-a-Service subscription contract valued at $2.1 million for semiconductor manufacturing deployment.

Ainos established partnerships with five companies: ASE Technology Holding, Topco Scientific, Kenmec Mechanical Engineering, Solomon Technology, and ugo, Inc. These partnerships span semiconductors, robotics, and automation sectors. The company plans to launch seven pilot sites across Japan with its robotic partner.

"Our reclassification under GICS is a recognition of Ainos' transformation into a technology company and our growing leadership in AI-powered scent digitization," said Eddy Tsai, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer.

The AI Nose platform combines MEMS sensor arrays with AI algorithms designed to detect scent at parts-per-billion sensitivity. The company also develops VELDONA, a low-dose oral interferon for rare, autoimmune, and infectious diseases.

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