On completion of the acquisition, these assets and expert teams will be integrated into MIPS, a GlobalFoundries company, to offer a comprehensive processor IP suite specifically tailored for physical AI applications. The expanded offering will enhance collaboration through IP licensing and software and enable faster time-to-market for GF customers.
The integration of Synopsys’ ARC technologies, which include high-performance, mid-range and ultra-low-power compute and AI cores, will enable scalable, energy-efficient processing solutions. With a strong patent portfolio, global customer network and proven technical expertise, this acquisition will accelerate innovation and enhance capabilities to deliver solutions for wearables, robotics, AI-driven consumer applications and advanced AI silicon chips.
“This acquisition underscores our commitment to further expanding our leadership position in Physical AI. By combining Synopsys’ ARC-IP and MIPS technologies with GF’s advanced manufacturing capabilities, we are lowering the barriers to adoption for the essential technologies our customers need to innovate faster for the next generation of computing and AI applications,” said Tim Breen, CEO of GlobalFoundries. “This move will strengthen our differentiated technology roadmap and enable GF to provide our customers with end-to-end solutions that support the proliferation of AI-enabled devices in the physical world.”
Synopsys will maintain and further expand its broad design IP portfolio, which includes logic libraries, embedded memory, interface IP, security IP and subsystems.
“This transaction reinforces the focus of Synopsys’ IP business on expanding our leadership position in essential interface and basic IP, while opening new, high-value opportunities that further strengthen our position as a leading provider of engineering solutions from silicon to system,” said Sassine Ghazi, president and CEO of Synopsys. “GF will be an excellent future steward of the processor IP solutions business, enabling customers worldwide to benefit from continued strong competition in the development and delivery of processor IP solutions. ”
The acquisition of Synopsys’ ARC and ARC-V processor IP solutions business is subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including the receipt of required regulatory approvals, and is expected to close in the second half of calendar year 2026. Following the acquisition, GF will work closely with Synopsys to ensure a seamless transition for employees, customers and partners.
About GF
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of critical semiconductors the world relies on to live, work and communicate. We innovate and collaborate with customers to deliver more energy-efficient, higher-performance products for the automotive industry, smart mobile devices, the Internet of Things, communications infrastructure and other high-growth markets. With our global manufacturing presence in the US, Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted and reliable partner for customers around the world. Every day, our talented and diverse team delivers results with a relentless focus on safety, durability and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
About MIPS
MIPS, a GlobalFoundries company, is a leading provider of RISC-V-IP and software for physical AI platforms. Our innovations deliver standards-based computing platforms developed with our customers’ software-first solutions. MIPS technology enables the use of AI in real-time, event-driven products for high-growth markets such as aerospace, automotive, defense, embedded computing, enterprise infrastructure and industrial robotics. As part of the GlobalFoundries family, we deliver foundry-scale RISC-V and enable building Physical AI on MIPS.
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