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The European Commission has approved Synopsys' (NASDAQ:SNPS) $35 billion cash-and-stock acquisition of Ansys (NASDAQ:ANSS), announced in January 2023, subject to specific conditions. Synopsys, a leader in chip design software, will acquire Ansys, renowned for its engineering simulation software used in diverse industries, from aerospace to sports equipment.
To address competition concerns, Synopsys will divest its optics and photonics software, while Ansys will sell its PowerArtist software. These measures ensure sufficient competition in global markets for optics, photonics, and power consumption analysis software. The commission emphasized that these commitments adequately resolve antitrust issues.
However, the deal's completion hinges on EU approval of the buyers for the divested assets in a separate process.
This acquisition comes as major tech players like Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) push the boundaries of chip design and system integration. Synopsys' tools for chip creation complement Ansys' software, which evaluates the performance of complex electronic systems housing these chips.
The merger highlights growing innovation in semiconductor design and the demand for advanced tools to build the chips and systems powering cutting-edge technologies.
