"Leapfrog acquisitions" in the semiconductor industry has continued this year. Less than a year since a Freescale went under NXP Semiconductors, and the latter is already preparing to go under the control of Qualcomm's . American giant can strengthen NXP range of proposals for its modems, and he needs the sensors, which are in demand.
At least, so the outcome of the transaction is estimated representatives of NXP Semiconductors as presented by Reuters resources. Recently, NXP demonstrated at specialized events in Munich DAF main tractor prototype with the autopilot, which can act as "leading" in the column of similar vehicles. "Guided" trucks simply rely on signals from the "head" of the machine, obediently following it in a column. It is assumed that the driver responsible position "master" of the car will take people - to increase security.
NXP representatives believe that in the near future consolidation in the semiconductor industry will continue because of the need to supply the market, "robocar" and "Internet of Things" components. The number of required car microprocessors will double in the coming years, according to NXP leadership. One modem on the machine will no longer suffice, and the experience and capabilities of Qualcomm in this case will come in handy.