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MaxLinear, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXL) has announced that ZHT, a provider of wireless network solutions, will use its MxL1600 RF Transceivers in new 5G RRU small cells. The MxL1600 family supports bandwidths up to 400MHz and low power consumption, enhancing small cell technology. With a projected CAGR of 13% in the global small cell market, the partnership is timely as demand for advanced 5G solutions rises. ZHT's 5G RRU small cells are now available for global deployment, reflecting strong collaboration and innovation in the industry.

MaxLinear announced the launch of Sierra, a comprehensive System on Chip (SoC) designed for 4G/5G Open RAN. This innovative solution integrates multiple subsystems into a single chip, allowing for high-performance, low-power, and compact radio units. Developed in collaboration with Meta Connectivity, Sierra aims to accelerate the development of various radio applications, including Macro and Massive MIMO radios. The product enhances the Open RAN ecosystem, facilitating rapid deployment and improved supplier diversity, with expectations of Open RAN capturing 15% of the market by 2026.

Gallium Semiconductor has appointed Daniel Artusi to its Advisory Board. With over 40 years in the semiconductor industry, Artusi's experience includes leadership roles at Motorola, Silicon Labs, and Conexant. His appointment is aimed at enhancing Gallium's strategic goals and expanding customer relationships. CEO Kin Tan expressed confidence that Artusi's expertise will significantly contribute to the company's growth in the 5G mobile communications market, aligning with Gallium's mission to commercialize Gallium Nitride (GaN) semiconductor solutions.

MaxLinear, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXL) announces a collaboration with Intel to develop a new reference design for 5G infrastructure Radio Units (RUs). This innovative solution utilizes Intel's Agilex FPGA family and MaxLinear RF transceivers to achieve power amplifier energy efficiencies exceeding 50%. The partnership aims to streamline the delivery of high-performance, energy-efficient 5G radio units, addressing challenges in RAN product development. The resulting platform promises improved performance and quicker time-to-market for wireless system customers.

MaxLinear (NASDAQ: MXL) partners with Sivers Wireless to develop a V-Band RF/Modem solution for unlicensed point-to-point microwave radios operating in the 57-71 GHz band. This collaboration aims to address the growing demand for backhauling data traffic amid rising 5G mobile subscriptions, projected to increase by 41.2%. The solution promises a high-speed transmission of 10Gbps and offers the lowest cost in the market. Product deployments are expected in late 2022 or early 2023, enhancing connectivity for Wireless Internet Service Providers and Mobile Operators.

MaxLinear, Inc. reported record net revenue of $247.9 million for Q4 2021, marking an 8% sequential increase and a 27% year-over-year growth. GAAP gross margin improved to 57.2%, while non-GAAP gross margin reached 61.7%. Operating expenses were $112.4 million, representing 45% of revenue. GAAP diluted EPS was $0.35, versus $0.12 in Q3 2021. For Q1 2022, revenue guidance is estimated at $255 million to $265 million, with expectations of continued growth driven by strong performance in connectivity and broadband markets.

MaxLinear, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXL) will announce its fourth quarter 2021 financial results after the market closes on February 2, 2022. A conference call will follow at 1:30 p.m. PT and 4:30 p.m. ET, hosted by CEO Kishore Seendripu and CFO Steve Litchfield. The call can be accessed via US toll free at 1-877-407-3109 or internationally at 1-201-493-6798.

MaxLinear specializes in RF, analog, digital, and mixed-signal integrated circuits for various applications, headquartered in Carlsbad, California.

MaxLinear Inc. (NASDAQ: MXL) has announced that its WAV600 Series-2 Chipset SoCs have been selected for Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 Release 2 testing by the Wi-Fi Alliance. This selection enhances tri-band interoperability at 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz, improving network capacity and battery life for connected devices. The chipset supports speeds up to 4.8 Gbps and features like UL-MUMIMO, preamble puncturing, and extended range capabilities for IoT clients. With nearly two billion Wi-Fi 6 devices expected to enter the market in 2022, MaxLinear aims to lead in enabling advanced applications for better connectivity.

MaxLinear (NASDAQ: MXL) partners with Centec for next-generation Multi-Gigabit Ethernet whitebox switches using the 2.5G Ethernet Quad-port PHY (GPY241). This collaboration aims to facilitate the rapid adoption of 2.5G Ethernet, meeting increasing demand in the Metro and Enterprise sectors. The GPY241 offers cost-effective and low-power solutions for high-speed applications, which is critical as the market anticipates nearly 1 billion deployed ports within five years. Despite the growth potential, Multi-Gigabit switches only account for 2% of campus switch ports, indicating room for market expansion.