Qualcomm

Qualcomm Incorporated is a global leader in wireless technology innovation, developing and commercializing foundational technologies that power the modern connected world. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company operates through three primary segments: Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT), which designs and supplies integrated circuits and system software; Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL), which licenses its extensive patent portfolio; and Qualcomm Strategic Initiatives (QSI), which focuses on strategic investments. The company has established itself as a pioneer in mobile computing, having played an instrumental role in the development and deployment of 3G, 4G LTE, and now 5G wireless technologies. Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors power a significant portion of the world's smartphones and are increasingly found in automotive systems, IoT devices, and computing platforms. Their research and development efforts span artificial intelligence, extended reality (XR), and edge computing, positioning them at the forefront of next-generation connectivity solutions. With a robust intellectual property portfolio containing tens of thousands of patents, Qualcomm continues to drive innovation across multiple industries while enabling device manufacturers and technology companies worldwide to bring advanced wireless products to market.