Qualcomm to Acquire Arduino, Bringing AI to Open-Source Platform
Qualcomm Technologies has announced its intention to acquire Arduino, a renowned open-source hardware and software company. The acquisition, subject to regulatory approval, will see Arduino retain its open approach and independent brand while gaining access to Qualcomm's tech stack and global reach.
Arduino, created in 2005, has an estimated 33 million active users worldwide. It offers products for IoT, wearables, 3D printing, and embedded environments. The acquisition by Qualcomm Technologies, a leader in edge technologies, aims to empower developers further with its advanced products.
The first Arduino board to work with Arduino App Lab, the UNO Q, is designed to enable AI-powered vision and sound solutions. Powered by Qualcomm's Dragonwing processor, it features a 'dual brain' architecture, making it the most advanced Arduino board yet. The acquisition is expected to accelerate Qualcomm's strategy in this area.
The acquisition raises questions about Europe's ability to keep home-grown innovation under European stewardship. The deal will need approval from the European Commission, particularly the Directorate-General for Competition, to ensure it does not hinder competition on the relevant market.
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