The third proprietary AI initiative provides a data-driven business model; deployed to systematically optimize the engagement gains generated by the relaunch of the Generation V platform.
SUMMARY
naoo AG (Düsseldorf Stock Exchange: NAO) announces the successful deployment of METIS, a real-time experimentation and decision infrastructure that represents the third major AI initiative within the naoo platform stack. METIS acts as the optimization layer above GAIA (the data platform) and ModelKnife (the machine learning framework), completing a proprietary three-tier AI architecture designed to enable continuous, measurement-based product development.
The launch of METIS follows the relaunch of the Generation V platform that was completed in late March 2026 and saw a significant increase in user activity: feed impressions approximately doubled and time spent on the platform increased by more than 50% as a direct result of the rebuilt platform architecture. METIS does not take these benefits into account; they are attributable to Generation V. METIS is the infrastructure that is now in place to systematically build on, optimize and scale these improvements in the future.
KEY OPERATIONAL DATA POINTS
- Generation V impact (platform relaunch, end of March 2026): Feed impressions approximately doubled; Time spent on the platform has increased by more than 50%. Both statistics are due to the rebuilding of Generation V, not METIS.
- METIS role: Real-time experimentation infrastructure deployed to optimize and scale the performance gains generated by Generation V on a continuous, measurement-driven basis going forward.
- AI infrastructure stack: METIS is the third proprietary initiative, after GAIA (data layer, May 2025) and ModelKnife (machine learning layer, December 2025). Together they form a closed-loop architecture: data ingestion → model training → real-time experiments → optimization.
- METIS scope: Real-time testing and optimization of all platform elements, including content ranking, feed algorithms, AI models, engagement mechanisms, gamification logic and revenue streams – significantly broader than conventional A/B testing infrastructure.
- System components: real-time event recording, structured event catalog, reusable metric definitions (conversion rates, engagement KPIs), experiment management with statistical power and significance tracking, and a decision queue for product rollout decisions.
- Operating model change: Product development, AI optimization and monetization logic can now be continuously tested and refined based on real-world performance, reducing reliance on assumption-based decision making.
- Expected Results: Over time, management expects METIS to contribute to further increases in user engagement, improved retention and more efficient monetization.
“At scale, what sets high-performing platforms apart is the ability to continuously test and compare different versions of each feature. With METIS we can systematically evaluate what works best and continuously apply those improvements across the platform.”
— David Liu, chief data scientist and head of AI, naoo AG
“The strong increase in impressions following the rollout of Generation V demonstrates the effectiveness of our new platform, and METIS allows us to systematically scale these improvements.”
—Dr. Thomas Wolfensberger, founder and major shareholder, naoo AG
STRATEGIC CONTEXT
METIS closes the loop on naoo’s proprietary AI infrastructure building program. With GAIA providing the data foundation, ModelKnife enabling machine learning at scale, and METIS enabling real-time experimentation and decision making, the company has established a technology stack that supports continuous, measurable platform improvement. The infrastructure is designed to support the scalability of naoo’s commercial operations during the planned city rollout in Zurich and Berlin.
OFFER & CONTACT DETAILS
naoo AG is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, and employs 41 people across all group activities. Listed on the Düsseldorf Stock Exchange since December 2024.
Media and Investor Contact: Karl Fleetwood, Chief Operating Officer | karl.fleetwood@naoo.com | +41 79 867 10 10
SAFE HARBOR AND REGULATORY DISCLAIMER
This document contains forward-looking statements based on current expectations. Actual results may vary significantly. Nothing herein constitutes investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell securities. naoo AG is listed on the Düsseldorf stock exchange (ticker: NAO, ISIN: CH1323306329). All data comes from company information. Past performance is not an indication of future results. Media and investor contact: Karl Fleetwood, COO — karl.fleetwood@naoo.com | +41 79 867 10 10 | http://www.naoo.com
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