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2021
Tencent completes merger with Sogou
Sogou announced that its merger with Tencent was completed. Sogou became an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Tencent Holdings and was to delist while continuing to operate as the surviving company.
2021
Tencent and Sogou complete merger
Sogou announced that it had completed its merger with Tencent and would become an indirectly wholly owned subsidiary of Tencent Holdings while continuing to operate as the surviving company. Sogou also said its ADS trading had been suspended and its outstanding shares were acquired at $9 per ADS. Sohu confirmed the equity transaction was complete and that it would receive $1.18 billion and retain no Sogou equity.
2021
Sogou completes merger with Tencent
Sogou announced that its merger with Tencent was completed; Sogou would continue as the surviving company and become an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Tencent Holdings, and it completed its delisting.
2020
Sogou signs privatization agreement with Tencent affiliates
Sogou signed a privatization agreement with THL A21 Limited, TitanSupernova Limited and Tencent Mobility Limited. The transaction was expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2020.
2020
Tencent and Sogou reach final privatization agreement
Sogou announced that it had reached a final agreement with Tencent on a privatization transaction under which Sogou would become Tencent's wholly owned subsidiary; the transaction was expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2020.
2020
Tencent makes non-binding offer for Sogou
Tencent made a preliminary, non-binding offer to acquire Sogou’s remaining shares at $9 per ADS. The article reports that the offer was made ahead of publication; the deal had not been completed.
2020
Tencent announces full acquisition of Sogou
The article reports Tencent's proposed full acquisition of Sogou. Sogou said it would appoint an independent committee to discuss and study the offer; Tencent had not responded as of publication.
2020
Tencent makes preliminary offer to acquire remaining Sogou shares
Sogou said Tencent had made a preliminary, non-binding offer to acquire its remaining shares for $9 per ADS. Sogou said it would discuss and evaluate the proposal; the source does not establish that a deal was completed.
2020
Sogou announces CFO Zhou Yi’s departure
Sogou announced that Zhou Yi would resign as chief financial officer for personal reasons, with the personnel change to take effect on June 30, 2020.
2020
Tangmao A10 children's smartwatch launch
Sogou announced the Tangmao A10, a children's smartwatch with calling, positioning, learning and social features.
2020
RPA invoice verification assistant launches in Sogou Input Method
Daguan Data and Sogou launched an RPA invoice verification assistant in Sogou Input Method, where it was available to users. Users could install a plug-in to automatically verify VAT invoices.
2020
Daguan Data and Sogou announce strategic partnership
Daguan Data and Sogou announced a strategic partnership, with plans to explore AI and RPA application scenarios. The article also reports the launch of an RPA assistant for Sogou Input Method users.
2020
Sogou fined over advertising claim
The Haidian District Market Supervision Administration fined Sogou RMB 30,000 after determining that its website published an advertising claim describing its map app as having the strongest navigation functions.
2020
Sogou issues first-quarter 2020 revenue outlook
Sogou forecast first-quarter 2020 total revenue of US$240 million to US$260 million, with year-over-year change ranging from a 5% decline to 3% growth.
2020
Sogou launches S1 and E1 AI voice recorders
Sogou announced the launch of its S1 and E1 AI voice recorders on February 26, 2020, and introduced Palace Museum-themed co-branded versions of the S1 and C1 Pro with Palace Museum Court Culture. The S1 and E1 were listed for sale on Tmall and JD.com, with prices of 2,698 yuan and 1,298 yuan, respectively.
2020
Sogou launches S1 and E1 recorders
Sogou launched its S1 and E1 recording pens online, featuring upgraded recording and transcription capabilities.
2020
Sogou launches Palace Museum court-culture collaboration products
Sogou launched Palace Museum court-culture collaboration versions of its S1 and C1 Pro recording pens.
2020
Sogou announces 70 million yuan in pandemic support
Sogou announced 70 million yuan in cash and supplies to support pandemic response, including medical supplies, a fund for medical workers, and a fund to support primary healthcare.
2020
Sogou and Beijing Red Cross establish a medical-worker support fund
Sogou and Beijing Red Cross signed an agreement to establish a 10 million yuan fund providing family living subsidies to Beijing medical personnel sent to Hubei during the COVID-19 outbreak.
2020
Sogou launches online medical consultation service
Sogou launched an online consultation service for people seeking advice about suspected symptoms of the novel coronavirus disease.