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Broadcom CEO expects AI windfall even as sales growth slows
Tan says his company’s relationship with Apple, referred to as his “North American customer,” will continue to be strong
December 08, 2023
Global review
Integral role of semiconductors in the digital era
It is unavoidable for the global demand for semiconductors to continue to grow over the long run
September 13, 2022
Semiconductor
CHIPS Act will transform the semiconductor sector
The CHIPS Act bill is the first step in America’s march to widen its lead in technology
July 28, 2022
M&A
Broadcom to buy VMware for US$61 billion in record tech deal
Chipmakers like Broadcom have enjoyed booming sales in recent years
May 26, 2022
M&A
Trump halts Broadcom takeover of Qualcomm on security risks
(Mar 13): President Donald Trump issued an executive order Monday blocking Broadcom Ltd. from acquiring Qualcomm Inc., scuttling a US$117 billion ($153.9 billion) hostile takeover that had been subject of scrutiny over the deal’s threat to US national s
March 13, 2018
M&A
Broadcom said on track for Qualcomm majority amid delay on vote
SINGAPORE (Mar 6): Broadcom is on course to win all six of the seats it’s seeking on Qualcomm Inc’s board, giving it a majority to push forward with its hostile takeover, even as a US government panel forced a delay of the final tally amid concerns ab
March 06, 2018
M&A
Broadcom raises Qualcomm hostile bid to about US$121 bil
(Feb 5): Broadcom has raised its bid for Qualcomm Inc. to about US$121 billion ($160 billion), in an attempt to force what could be the largest-ever technology deal.
February 06, 2018
M&A
Broadcom to raise Qualcomm bid in push for talks
(Feb 5): Broadcom plans to unveil a new approximately US$120 billion ($158.3 billion) offer for Qualcomm on Monday, aiming to ratchet up pressure on its US semiconductor peer to engage in negotiations, people familiar with the matter said on Sunday.
February 05, 2018
Qualcomm woos shareholders with promise of earnings boost
(Jan 17): Qualcomm Inc launched its public defense against the US$105 billion ($139 billion) hostile takeover attempt by Broadcom, asking shareholders to have confidence in management’s strategy and push aside the suitor.
January 17, 2018