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Synopsys Inc. reports developments across electronic design automation, semiconductor intellectual property, silicon design, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. Company news commonly covers AI-powered design flows, hardware-assisted verification, interface IP, multiphysics simulation, digital twin capabilities, and engineering software that supports chip, system, and product development.
Recurring updates also include customer and ecosystem work with semiconductor foundries, processor and GPU platforms, cloud infrastructure, aerospace programs, and other engineering users. Financial news centers on earnings releases, business outlook commentary, share repurchase activity, and the integration of Synopsys and Ansys technologies within the company’s expanded silicon-to-systems portfolio.
Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) launched the DesignWare tRoot Hardware Secure Module and ARC SEM130FS Safety and Security Processor IP solutions, designed to meet ASIL B and ASIL D compliance for automotive systems-on-chips (SoCs). These products feature enhanced security mechanisms to counteract malicious attacks and random hardware faults, critical for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), telematics, and industrial SoCs. Availability is set for Q2 and Q3 2021, aiding designers in achieving ISO 26262 compliance and ensuring data protection in connected vehicles.
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) released the 2021 Open Source Security and Risk Analysis (OSSRA) report, based on audits of over 1,500 codebases. It reveals that open source software is prevalent in various industries, but poses significant risks. Key findings include:
- 100% of marketing tech codebases had vulnerabilities.
- 91% of codebases contained abandoned open source components.
- 85% had outdated dependencies, leading to security risks and technical debt.
Overall, the OSSRA report highlights critical security issues that businesses must address to manage open source risks effectively.
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire MorethanIP, enhancing its DesignWare® Ethernet Controller IP portfolio. This acquisition includes high-performance IP supporting 200G, 400G, and 800G Ethernet, addressing the growing demand for low-latency solutions in cloud computing and networking. The deal, expected to close in May 2021, is not material to Synopsys' financials. The addition of experienced R&D engineers from MorethanIP is anticipated to strengthen Synopsys' capabilities in Ethernet IP solutions.
Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) announced a collaboration with Samsung Foundry to deploy its IC Validator physical verification technology on the Samsung SAFE Cloud Design Platform. This partnership enables significant compute resource savings up to 30% and faster physical signoff for designers targeting advanced process nodes. Leveraging high-performance computing from Rescale and Microsoft Azure, the IC Validator enhances productivity, offering advanced distributed processing technologies. The solution addresses challenges in physical verification closure, which can impact product profitability.
On April 5, 2021, Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) announced the launch of its HAPS®-100 prototyping system, which aims to enhance software development and system validation for complex SoCs. Key features include a performance range of 20-50 MHz and up to 500 MHz for interface IP, alongside improved debug productivity and enterprise scalability through HAPS Gateway software. This innovation responds to the increasing demand for faster, more efficient prototyping tools to help electronics companies speed up time-to-market amidst growing complexity in semiconductor design.
Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) announced an accelerated share repurchase (ASR) agreement with Mizuho Markets Americas LLC to repurchase $100 million of its stock. This initiative involves an initial delivery of approximately 315,000 shares, with the final number of shares repurchased depending on the average daily volume-weighted share prices during the repurchase period, scheduled for completion by May 14, 2021. The company aims to enhance shareholder value through this buyback program.
Synopsys has been officially designated as a CVE Numbering Authority (CNA) by the CVE Program, allowing its Software Integrity Group to assign CVE identifiers for newly discovered vulnerabilities. This status enhances Synopsys's ability to publish timely and accurate vulnerability information. The company aims to improve security within the open-source community through its Cybersecurity Research Center. This advancement positions Synopsys alongside notable companies like Google and Microsoft as a key player in application security, fostering transparency in vulnerability disclosure.
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) released a report highlighting significant security vulnerabilities in popular mobile apps, revealing that 63% of 3,335 analyzed apps contained open source components with known vulnerabilities. The report, produced by the Synopsys Cybersecurity Research Center, indicates an average of 39 vulnerabilities per vulnerable app, with over 3,000 unique vulnerabilities identified. Notably, 94% of these vulnerabilities have documented fixes. The analysis underscores a critical need for improved mobile app security due to increased reliance on mobile apps during the pandemic.
Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) announced a collaboration with Keysight Technologies to enhance RF SoC design, integrating Keysight's RFPro with Synopsys's Custom Compiler.
This partnership facilitates a streamlined design flow for 5G systems, allowing for efficient electromagnetic (EM) analysis, thereby improving productivity and accelerating time-to-market. CoreHW has already deployed this solution to meet complex design requirements for advanced RF chips, bolstering performance and optimizing power consumption.
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) has launched the industry's first comprehensive IP solution for PCI Express 6.0, which includes a controller, PHY, and verification IP. This solution supports the latest PCIe 6.0 features, enhancing throughput and energy efficiency for SoC designs. The low-latency controller, leveraging a MultiStream architecture, delivers up to twice the performance of conventional designs. Additionally, the advanced PHY IP reduces power consumption by 20%. Early access for the controller and PHY is expected in Q3 2021, with the verification IP available now.