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Trump-Xi state dinner at White House attended by 21 billionaires with combined wealth almost equal to Canada’s GDP
On September 24, US President Donald Trump hosted a high-profile state dinner welcoming Chinese President Xi Jinping. The event saw the presence of over 130 distinguished guests, including key figures from the tech and business sectors of both nations. The dinner served as a platform to address vital issues, such as trade dynamics, artificial intelligence developments, and tariffs, amidst ongoing tensions.
Google opens pre-orders for $899 Googlebook laptops built around Gemini AI
Starting at $899, initial models from Acer, Asus, Dell , HP and Lenovo will run on Intel or Qualcomm processors with up to 14 hours of battery life, the company said.
India has chip design talent, but lacks global sales skills: Endiya Partners' Sateesh Andra
Engineers based in India have taped out chips that have shipped in billions for companies such as Qualcomm, Infineon, NXP, Texas Instruments and Renesas. Missing were the skills to write a product's specifications, position and market it, and work with distributors to reach customers abroad, he said.
Google agrees to settle UK app developers' lawsuit for $353 million
The claim, which was previously valued at just over £1 billion, sought compensation on behalf of developers who sold apps on Google's Play Store in the United Kingdom. Lawyers for academic Barry Rodger, who led the case, alleged Google had abused its dominant position to prevent developers from distributing apps by alternative means and by charging an unfair commission, usually 30%.
Xiaomi launches new Xring chip, partners with TSMC for production
The introduction of Xring O3 comes a year after Xiaomi launched its first proprietary smartphone processor, the Xring O1, marking the latest step in the world's third-largest smartphone vendor's push to join rivals such as Apple, Samsung Electronics and Huawei in developing its own chips.
Xiaomi launches new Xring chip, partners with TSMC for production, sources say
Xiaomi introduced its new Xring O3 smartphone processor, aiming for greater component control. This chip, made by TSMC using its 3nm technology, targets future flagship devices. The company expects to ship between 200,000 and 300,000 units of this new processor. This move aligns with rivals like Apple and Samsung developing their own internal chips. Xiaomi's strategy seeks to reduce reliance on external chip suppliers like Qualcomm.
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US stocks: US market advances as Microsoft results ease AI spending fears
US stocks opened higher on Thursday morning. Microsoft's strong forecast eased investor concerns about AI spending. Major indices like the Dow and S&P 500 saw significant gains. The Nasdaq Composite also experienced a notable increase at the opening bell. Investors parsed fresh economic data after the Federal Reserve's rate decision.
Qualcomm wins BMW chip supply deal for future vehicle platforms
Qualcomm will supply chips for BMW's future digital cockpits and driver-assistance systems. This long-term agreement extends through the next decade, enhancing vehicle intelligence. The deal includes Qualcomm's Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions for AI-led platforms. Competition intensifies in the automated driving market with other chip suppliers. This collaboration defines the future of mobility for both companies.
Samsung expands foldable lineup with Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra and Flip8 - bets bigger on AI-driven experiences. Learn the price and specs here
Samsung has launched three new foldable smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra. These devices feature advanced AI capabilities and improved hardware for enhanced user experiences. The Galaxy Z Fold8 offers a wider inner display and lighter design for better usability. The Galaxy Z Flip8 boasts a slimmer profile and an AI-first cover screen interface. Pre-orders for these innovative foldable phones are now open in select markets.
Qualcomm forecasts $15 billion data center chip sales by 2029, shares soar
Qualcomm also said it expects $40 billion in revenue from chips outside its smartphone stronghold by 2029, up from previous estimates of $22 billion, and with handsets only making up a third of its chip revenue by then.
Qualcomm says UK lawsuit over smartphone chip royalties will be withdrawn
Which? had said consumers were entitled to up to 480 million pounds ($652.03 million) in compensation, with its arguing at a trial last year that Qualcomm made Apple and Samsung pay inflated royalties even if its chips are not used in a device under a worldwide so-called no licence, no chips policy.
Qualcomm shifts chips to newer Arm tech as competition with Apple, MediaTek heats up
The decision at least partially settles a question of whether and how Qualcomm would continue to work with Arm technology, following an acrimonious legal battle between the two last year, and the move is likely to raise revenue for Arm which charges more for the newer tech.
Qualcomm loses court appeal against European Union antitrust penalty in chipset case from 2019
The European Union's General Court said it was rejecting most of Qualcomm's appeal against the 242 million euro ($269 million) fine that the bloc's regulators issued in 2019, accusing the company of "predatory pricing" to drive a competitor out of the market.
EU antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager meets Apple, Alphabet, and Qualcomm chiefs
Last week, Vestager's communications adviser said she would speak to chief executives of Apple, Alphabet, Broadcom and Nvidia in the United States, focusing on European digital regulation including the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and competition policy.
Qualcomm amplifies chip gloom with 'sobering report', shares tank 8%
The company, which supplies to top handset makers Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics, was set to lose about $10 billion in market valuation, if the losses hold.
Qualcomm must face shareholder class action over sales practices
The investors leading the case claim the misrepresentations artificially inflated the price of Qualcomm shares between 2012 and 2017.
Qualcomm looks to Europe court again to overturn antitrust fine
The European Commission slapped the fine on Qualcomm in 2019 for selling its chipsets below cost between 2009 and 2011, in a practice known as predatory pricing, to stymie British phone software maker Icera, now part of Nvidia Corp.
Qualcomm, Android phone makers developing satellite messaging feature
The San Diego, California-based company, which is the world's biggest supplier of chips that connect mobile phones to wireless data networks, said it is working with Honor, Lenovo-owned Motorola, Nothing, OPPO, Vivo and Xiaomi Corp to develop the devices.
Qualcomm wins antitrust case against EU commission
In overruling the European Commission, the Luxembourg-based General Court cited “a number of procedural irregularities" that affected the American company's defence rights and rejected the commission's “analysis of the conduct alleged against Qualcomm".
Qualcomm keen to sharpen focus on Internet of Things
“You will see us spend more time on IoT,” Jim Cathey, president, Asia Pacific & India, Qualcomm International, told ET on the sidelines of the Mobile World Congress.
South Korea fines Qualcomm $854 million for violating competition laws
Qualcomm also restricted competition by refusing or limiting licensing of its standard essential patents related to modem chips to rival chip makers.
There is a conscious move to focus on the consumer: Sunil Lalvani, Qualcomm India CEO
Qualcomm India chief Lalvani said that company is betting on the increasing demand for 4G smartphones to regain its leadership position in the Indian market.
Now global chipmakers like Qualcomm, MediaTek battle it out in Indian smartphone market
India is the latest battleground for global chipmakers who are fiercely vying to ensure their processors power maximum number of smartphones in India.
India’s Deck App wins $100,000 in venture financing from Qualcomm Ventures
Qualcomm, the biggest maker of chips for mobile phones announced the India finalist in its international Qualcomm Ventures QPrize 2012 venture investment competition.
CCI approves merger of four BWA entities of Qualcomm-Bharti
CCI today approved the merger of four broadband wireless business entities jointly owned by Qualcomm and Airtel.
Qualcomm partners Microsoft to award promising start-ups
US-based mobile chipmaker Qualcomm has partnered with Microsoft for the third edition of its 'QPrize' competition, to recognise and award some of the promising early-stage technology companies in India.
Qualcomm to pay $891M to settle suit with Broadcom
Chip maker Qualcomm Inc. said on late Sunday it will pay Broadcom Corp. $891 mn over four years to settle a longstanding dispute over patents and royalties.
Ultra low-cost sets ring in bonanza for Qualcomm
The launch of ultra low-cost handsets by Reliance Communications (RCOM) augurs well for Qualcomm, which gets royalty on every CDMA handset sold anywhere in the world.
LG phone brings GSM and CDMA together
Qualcomm and the GSM Association (GSMA) celebrated a milestone in the "3G for All" initiative's handset design competition with the selection of the LG KU250 by a panel of leading network operators.
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