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technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Synopsys Sells Processor IP Unit to GlobalFoundries, Refocusing on Core IP

Synopsys has entered a definitive agreement to sell its Processor IP Solutions business to GlobalFoundries, including ARC-V (RISC-V), ARC CPU IP, DSP IP, Neural Network Processing Unit IP, and related tools such as ARC MetaWare Development Toolkits, along with ASIP Designer and ASIP Programmer tools. Synopsys will use the proceeds to sharpen its leadership in interface and foundation IP and pursue AI-driven opportunities from cloud to edge, while GF gains a broader processor IP portfolio and enhanced manufacturing capabilities. The transaction is not material to Synopsys and is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, with a transition plan in place to support customers during the move.

via Synopsys|

#ai #arc-v #globalfoundries

business2 months ago•6 min saved

Wall Street Declines as Markets React to Fed and Crypto Movements

The stock market started December with declines, with the Dow falling over 200 points and major indexes struggling to build on last week's gains. Synopsys surged on a $2 billion investment from Nvidia, though it faced resistance at its 50-day moving average. Gold stocks, like Triple Flag Precious Metals, showed strength, while energy stocks outperformed. Overall, market sentiment remains cautious amid mixed earnings and economic data expectations.

via Investor's Business Daily|

#business #dow-jones #gold-stocks

business2 months ago•2 min saved

Nvidia invests $2 billion in Synopsys to boost AI and chip design collaboration

Nvidia invested $2 billion in Synopsys, a leading chip-design software company, gaining a 2.6% stake to strengthen its supply chain and integrate AI tools into chip design, amid broader strategic investments in the AI and semiconductor sectors.

via Bloomberg.com|

#ai #business #chip-design

business2 months ago•2 min saved

Nvidia Invests $2 Billion in Synopsys to Boost Chip Design and Engineering

Nvidia has invested $2 billion in Synopsys to enhance collaboration in AI-powered system design, with Synopsys stock rising and Nvidia stock dipping amid market fluctuations. The partnership aims to address the increasing complexity of next-generation intelligent systems, leveraging AI capabilities to improve engineering solutions.

via Investor's Business Daily|

#ai #business #chip-design

technology2 months ago•8 min saved

NVIDIA and Synopsys Partner to Transform Engineering and Design

NVIDIA and Synopsys have announced a strategic partnership involving a multiyear collaboration and a $2 billion investment by NVIDIA to integrate AI and GPU-accelerated computing into engineering solutions, aiming to revolutionize design, simulation, and verification processes across various industries through digital twins, agentic AI, and cloud solutions.

via NVIDIA Newsroom|

#accelerated-computing #ai #digital-twins

business5 months ago•2 min saved

Synopsys Stock Declines Amid Earnings and Forecast Concerns

Synopsys stock plummeted 36% due to weak IP business and challenges with a major customer, but analysts like Mizuho see it as a buying opportunity, expecting a recovery driven by strategic cost cuts, focus on growth areas like AI, and a disciplined management approach despite ongoing challenges and a transition year following an acquisition.

via Barron's|

#ai-focus #business #buying-opportunity

business5 months ago•2 min saved

Synopsys Shares Drop Over 34% Amid Earnings and China Business Concerns

Synopsys stock dropped 34% after missing earnings and revenue forecasts due to weak semiconductor IP sales, U.S. export restrictions, and challenges with a major foundry customer, leading to analyst downgrades and a cautious outlook despite some growth in its design automation segment.

via Barron's|

#analyst-downgrade #business #earnings

business7 months ago•2 min saved

China Approves Synopsys-Ansys Merger, Clearing Final Major Hurdle

China's market regulator has conditionally approved Synopsys' acquisition of Ansys, removing the last major regulatory hurdle for the $35 billion deal, which is expected to close soon and strengthen Synopsys' position in the electronic design automation industry.

via Yahoo Finance|

#ansys #business #china-approval

business7 months ago•2 min saved

Chip Software Stocks Rise as US-China Export Restrictions Eased

Shares of Cadence and Synopsys rose after the U.S. lifted export restrictions on electronic design automation tools to China, removing a key overhang and potentially boosting revenue and deal prospects, with Cadence hitting a buy point and both stocks surging.

via Investor's Business Daily|

#business #cadence #china-export-restrictions

business9 months ago•2 min saved

US Implements Export Restrictions on China, Impacting Tech Stocks and Companies

Synopsys and Cadence announced they received US export restrictions related to China, leading to stock declines and assessments of business impact, amid ongoing US efforts to limit China's access to advanced technology in the AI and semiconductor sectors.

via Barron's|

#business #cadence #china

business9 months ago•2 min saved

US Tightens Export Restrictions on China Tech and Aerospace

The US government has ordered major electronic design automation software companies, including Cadence and Synopsys, to cease supplying their software to Chinese firms, potentially impacting their revenue and Chinese chip design industry. While some companies have not received official notices, the move reflects ongoing US efforts to restrict China's access to advanced semiconductor technology.

via Al Jazeera|

#business #cadence #export-controls

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

DDR6 Memory Promises to Double Data Speeds Over DDR5

JEDEC is developing DDR6 RAM, which could double the data rate of the fastest DDR5 modules, potentially reaching up to 21,000 MT/s. DDR6 will feature dual 12-bit data channels and is expected to debut in the second half of 2025, promising significant performance boosts for both desktop and portable systems.

via TechSpot|

#ddr6 #jedec #pc-memory

businesstech2 years ago•1 min saved

"Synopsys Initiates Sale of Software Integrity Business (NASDAQ:SNPS)"

U.S. chip designer Synopsys is reportedly initiating the sale of its software integrity business, potentially valued at $3 billion or more, following its recent agreement to acquire engineering software firm Ansys. The company is working with an adviser to assess buyer interest, with private equity firms likely to show interest. While deliberations are ongoing and no certainty exists regarding a transaction, the move aligns with Synopsys' exploration of strategic alternatives for the software integrity business as announced by its CEO in November.

via Seeking Alpha|

#ansys #businesstech #sale-process

semiconductors2 years ago•3 min saved

"Synopsys Announces $35 Billion Acquisition of Ansys, Expanding EDA and Simulation Portfolio"

Synopsys has agreed to acquire Ansys in a $35 billion deal, creating a chip design software powerhouse with expertise in electronic design automation (EDA) and analysis/simulation tools. The acquisition aims to offer a comprehensive software package for designing next-generation processors and systems, enhancing competitive positions against rivals like Cadence and Siemens EDA. The deal is expected to expand Synopsys' total addressable market, generate significant cost and revenue synergies, and be funded through a combination of cash reserves and debt financing.

via AnandTech|

#acquisition #ansys #chip-design

technology2 years ago•9 min saved

"Synopsys' $35 Billion Acquisition of Ansys: A Pricey but Strategic Move in Tech"

Synopsys, a leading provider of electronic design automation software, has agreed to acquire Ansys, the world's largest supplier of HPC simulation software, for $35 billion. The acquisition reflects the increasing importance of chiplet packaging in the semiconductor industry, as well as the growing demand for comprehensive system simulation. The deal aims to expand Synopsys' capabilities in chip design and simulation, with potential for cross-selling and cost savings. The combined company expects to generate around $8 billion in revenues and plans to close the deal in the first half of 2025.

via The Next Platform|

#ansys #chip-packaging #semiconductor