AMS Take a Second Bite at the Cherry
The Austrian sensor developer re-entered the bidding to acquire its rival; the combo would be a $5 billion company.
Synopsys To Acquire German Automotive Software Tools Firm
Synopsys to add automotive virtual prototyping to portfolio with acquisition of German simulation and test tools provider QTronic.
Cisco Looks to Acquire Acacia Communications
Cisco aims to expand its optical module business at a time when fast networks are transitioning from systems to components.
Infineon Acquires Cypress in Multi-Billion Dollar Deal
Infineon Technologies has today announced the acquisition of Cypress Semiconductor for an estimated value of US$10 billion
GlobalFoundries Sells Ex-IBM Fab
GlobalFoundries sold the 300-mm fab for $430 million as the foundry slims down and ON upgrades its analog business.
Renesas Denies Maxim Negotiations
SAN FRANCISCO — Japanese chip vendor Renesas Electronics denied that it is in talks to acquire rival Maxim Integrated after…
U.S. Clears Chinese Firm’s Acquisition of Fab Tool Vendor
Despite a tough stance on the acquisition of U.S. semiconductor companies by Chinese firms, government greenlights $15 million deal.
Analysts Applaud Marvell-Cavium Deal
Latest semiconductor industry blockbuster would result in firm with $3.4 billion in annual sales.
Siemens Acquires Solido Design Automation
Deal provides first glimpse of what may be a more aggressive stance on M&A for Mentor Graphics under Siemens ownership.
Marvell Buying Cavium for $6 Billion
Latest semiconductor industry blockbuster would result in firm with $3.4 billion in annual sales.