GlobalFoundries Completes Acquisition of Synopsys’ ARC Processor IP Solutions Business
June 2, 2026
GlobalFoundries (GF) has completed its previously announced acquisition of Synopsys’ ARC Processor IP Solutions business. The transaction combines GF’s Physical AI portfolio with MIPS and ARC processor IP (RISC-V and software-to-silicon capabilities) to offer customers an end-to-end technology platform spanning software tools, custom design and manufacturing.
- Buyers
- GlobalFoundries (GF), MIPS (by GlobalFoundries)
- Targets
- Synopsys’ ARC Processor IP Solutions business, ARC Processor IP Solutions business (ARC processor IP, ASIP Designer/Programmer tools)
- Sellers
- Synopsys
- Platforms
- MIPS (by GlobalFoundries)
- Industry
- AI & Machine Learning
- Location
- United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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