Synopsys Selected for Rapid Assured Microelectronics Prototypes Program

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Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) announces its collaboration with Microsoft on the Rapid Assured Microelectronics Prototypes (RAMP) program. This partnership aims to develop integrated circuit hardware prototypes that ensure security in design and manufacturing within Microsoft Azure. The RAMP initiative seeks to enhance semiconductor innovation for government applications, allowing for trusted design and verification solutions. Additionally, Synopsys is also collaborating with the U.S. Government to enhance security in integrated circuit devices through the Automatic Implementation of Secure Silicon (AISS) program.

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• Collaboration with Microsoft enhances design and manufacturing security for integrated circuits.
• Participation in RAMP program promotes innovation in semiconductor development for governmental systems.
• Expansion of design services expertise increases trust throughout the silicon lifecycle.

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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) today announced that it is collaborating with Microsoft in the Rapid Assured Microelectronics Prototypes (RAMP) program to support the development of integrated circuit hardware and workflow prototypes that incorporate Synopsys' assured design and manufacturing flows into Microsoft Azure.

"Rapid, secure and assured prototypes are a critical need for modern systems," said Deirdre Hanford, chief security officer at Synopsys. "Synopsys is committed to delivering design and manufacturing solutions that enable development of systems created with security in mind which are needed for the next generation of critical infrastructure, including autonomous vehicles, 5G network equipment, edge AI platforms and hyperscale computing." 

"Through this integration on the RAMP program, Synopsys' trusted design, verification and silicon IP solutions will be available in Microsoft Azure," said Mujtaba Hamid, Head of Silicon & Electronics Industry, Microsoft. "This will allow designers to securely build state-of-the-art silicon devices in a confidential cloud environment." 

The RAMP program aims to bring commercial innovation capabilities and speed to the development of semiconductors for government systems. Synopsys will expand its existing digital and analog design and verification solutions, along with its design services expertise, to enable trust and assurance throughout the silicon lifecycle. This unique combination makes it possible to develop security at all phases of a system's life: during design, manufacturing and operation. 

Synopsys is partnering with the US Government to help secure integrated circuit devices and the integrated circuit design environment. As part of DARPA's Automatic Implementation of Secure Silicon (AISS) program Synopsys will supply a tool flow and IP repository that helps designers create integrated circuit components with further resistance to attacks. The Department of Defense's (DoD) RAMP program will supply an assured design environment available in the cloud while supporting quantifiable assurance methods. The combination of these two programs will enable measurable confidentiality and integrity of commercial and DoD designs developed in a high integrity cloud environment.

To learn more, visit Microsoft's recent blog and the Synopsys Aerospace & Defense website.

About Synopsys

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) is the Silicon to Software™ partner for innovative companies developing the electronic products and software applications we rely on every day. As an S&P 500 company, Synopsys has a long history of being a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP and offers the industry's broadest portfolio of application security testing tools and services. Whether you're a system-on-chip (SoC) designer creating advanced semiconductors, or a software developer writing more secure, high-quality code, Synopsys has the solutions needed to deliver innovative products. Learn more at www.synopsys.com.

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Simone Souza
Synopsys, Inc.
650-584-6454
simone@synopsys.com 

 

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FAQ

What is the significance of Synopsys' collaboration with Microsoft on the RAMP program?

The collaboration aims to enhance the development of secure integrated circuit hardware prototypes, ensuring robust design and manufacturing processes.

How does the RAMP program relate to government semiconductor systems?

The RAMP program focuses on accelerating semiconductor innovation capabilities specifically for government systems.

What role does Synopsys play in enhancing integrated circuit security for the U.S. Government?

Synopsys is working with the U.S. Government through the AISS program to improve security measures in integrated circuit design and manufacturing.

What are the expected outcomes of the partnership between Synopsys and Microsoft?

The partnership is expected to provide a secure environment for developing silicon devices, enhancing integrity and confidentiality of designs.