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Synopsys Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS) is a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP. The company is essential for the development of electronic products and software applications that consumers and industries rely on daily. With its extensive portfolio of advanced silicon design, verification products, and software integrity solutions, Synopsys is at the forefront of innovation in the technology sector.
Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Synopsys has grown to become the 15th largest software company in the world. It boasts approximately 113 offices spread across North America, South America, Europe, Japan, Asia, and India. The company’s offerings include comprehensive solutions for system-on-chip (SoC) designers and software developers aiming to meet the highest standards in quality and security.
Synopsys recently announced the availability of its Black Duck® Supply Chain Edition, a software composition analysis offering that helps organizations mitigate upstream risks in their software supply chains. This product is a testament to Synopsys's commitment to security and innovation, providing a full range of capabilities to ensure secure and compliant software development.
Another significant milestone is the introduction of Polaris Assist, an AI-powered application security assistant that combines Large Language Model (LLM) technology with Synopsys’s decades of application security knowledge. This tool aids development teams in understanding and resolving security vulnerabilities more effectively.
Synopsys has also announced a strategic collaboration with Samsung Electronics, achieving a major performance milestone in mobile SoC design. Using Synopsys’s AI-driven EDA suite and extensive IP portfolio, Samsung was able to achieve 300MHz higher performance and 10% lower dynamic power in its high-performance mobile SoCs.
Financially, Synopsys continues to show robust performance. For the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, the company reported revenues of $1.455 billion, a significant increase from $1.263 billion in the same quarter the previous year. This growth is driven by strong operational execution, leading technology, and a resilient business model.
Synopsys is also undergoing a strategic shift, divesting its Software Integrity Group to Clearlake Capital Group and Francisco Partners for up to $2.1 billion. This move is expected to sharpen Synopsys’s focus on its core business of silicon design and EDA solutions, aligning with current technological trends such as artificial intelligence and pervasive intelligence.
With its commitment to innovation and a strong financial foundation, Synopsys continues to lead the industry, offering smart, secure solutions for the era of connected devices.
Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) has announced a partnership with TSMC to enhance chip design innovation through a comprehensive portfolio of DesignWare® IP on TSMC's N4P process. This collaboration aims to provide designers with high-performance, low-power solutions optimizing bandwidth and latency. Key offerings include high-speed memories and logic libraries, allowing quicker integration for HPC and mobile applications. The DesignWare IP portfolio is set to be available in Q1 2022, providing a robust support system for reduced integration risks and accelerated time-to-market.
Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) announced certification of its digital and custom design platforms for TSMC's advanced 3nm technology. This validation, part of a multi-year collaboration, aims to enhance power, performance, and area (PPA) optimization for next-generation system-on-chips (SoCs). Key developments include the Synopsys Fusion Design Platform, which facilitates faster timing closure, and the Synopsys Custom Design Platform, improving productivity for designers. With these enhancements, Synopsys aims to support advances in HPC, mobile, 5G, and AI designs.
Synopsys has expanded its collaboration with TSMC to enhance 3D system integration capabilities for high-performance computing (HPC) applications. This partnership leverages Synopsys' 3DIC Compiler platform, which integrates TSMC's 3DFabric technologies, facilitating advanced 3D chip stacking and packaging. The unified platform supports a comprehensive design process from exploration to signoff, aiming for improved power, performance, and transistor density. This development is positioned to meet the burgeoning demands of AI workloads and next-gen computing applications.
On October 12, 2021, Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) partnered with Dassault Systèmes to integrate Synopsys optical design solutions into the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. This collaboration aims to enhance the development of safer vehicles by providing a comprehensive design portfolio for automotive lighting. The integration allows designers to simulate and validate vehicle illumination while accelerating market delivery. The partnership connects product teams in a collaborative environment, offering tools like LucidShape, LightTools, and CODE V for advanced optical design.
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) has launched the industry's first comprehensive HBM3 IP solution, which includes a controller, PHY, and verification IP designed for 2.5D multi-die systems. This solution enhances memory performance by providing high bandwidth of up to 921 GB/s and power efficiency improvements of up to 60% over HBM2E. Key features include low latency, flexible configuration options, and integrated verification tools that streamline development processes for high-performance computing, AI, and graphics applications.
Synopsys published its BSIMM12 report, revealing significant advancements in software security practices among 128 organizations, led by a 61% rise in managing open source security. Noteworthy trends include a 560% increase in container orchestration security activities and a 367% increase in software Bill of Materials initiatives. The report emphasizes the growing importance of cloud security management and the shift from traditional practices to continuous integration of security in software development processes.
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) has been certified by AIM Photonics for its IC Validator solution, which supports physical verification signoff of photonics integrated circuits. This certification enhances Synopsys' role in the rapidly growing integrated photonics sector, utilized in AI, machine learning, and networking systems. The IC Validator works in tandem with Synopsys' PIC Design Suite, allowing designers to catch issues early, reducing costs and delays. Additionally, Synopsys renewed its AIM membership, positioning itself to address future design challenges in the photonics market.
Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) announced Samsung Foundry's certification of its PrimeLib unified library characterization and validation solution for advanced 5nm, 4nm, and 3nm process technologies. This solution, vital for high-performance computing, automotive, and AI chipsets, incorporates advanced machine-learning algorithms, enabling up to 5x faster model generation and reducing overall compute costs. Key features include SmartScaling technology and embedded simulation engines, which enhance library performance and expedite chip design workflows. The PrimeLib solution is now available for customers.
Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) has announced a strategic partnership with The Chertoff Group to enhance software security solutions. This collaboration aims to combine application security expertise with cyber risk management to aid clients in cloud migration and digital transformation. Key offerings include timely cyber policy insights, unified threat modeling, and technical validation aligned with business contexts. The partnership highlights the increasing importance of software risk management in overall business risk.
Synopsys has expanded its DesignWare ARC Processor IP portfolio with the launch of the new 128-bit ARC VPX2 and 256-bit ARC VPX3 DSP Processors. These processors leverage the VLIW/SIMD architecture of the 512-bit VPX5, offering up to two-thirds lower power and area consumption. Designed for various embedded applications, the VPX DSPs support functional safety requirements up to ASIL D, making them suitable for IoT, automotive, and industrial systems. Availability for lead customers begins in Q4 2021 and Q1 2022 for safety-enhanced versions.