u-blox styrker Wi-Fi positionen
Specialisten inden for chips til navigationssystemer, u-blox, har købet firmaet Antcor, der udvikler Wi-Fi baseband IP (in english).
Swiss u-blox, a leading provider of wireless and positioning semiconductors and modules for the automotive, industrial and consumer markets, has acquired the company Antcor, a developer of Wi-Fi baseband intellectual property (IP)The transaction gives u-blox immediate ownership of advanced Wi-Fi core technology that will enable the company to develop ruggedized communication solutions tailored to demanding environments.
- The acquisition of Antcor’s technology and expertise significantly strengthens our chip design capabilities for short range wireless communications. Their technology is a perfect complement to our wireless communications and global positioning activities and expands our ability to deliver robust, end-to-end M2M communication solutions to our customers, says Thomas Seiler, u-blox CEO.
Founded in 2004, Antcor is a privately-held VC backed company with headquarters in Athens, Greece. With 25 highly qualified employees, Antcor specializes in Wi-Fi software development.