Synopsys Announces New Converge Conference, March 11-12, to Drive Intelligent Systems Innovation

Rhea-AI Summary

Synopsys (NASDAQ: SNPS) announced its inaugural Converge Conference, a unified industry event scheduled for March 11-12, 2026 at the Santa Clara Convention Center. The event combines SNUG Silicon Valley, Simulation World, an invite-only Executive Forum, and the Converge Pavilion to showcase Synopsys' silicon-to-systems vision with executive keynotes, technical tracks, and product demonstrations.

Keynotes include CEO Sassine Ghazi on Day 1 and leadership sessions from Shankar Krishnamoorthy and Anthony Dawson; Day 2 features a cloud provider keynote and an energy-efficiency panel. Registration and agenda updates are available on the Converge website.

News Market Reaction

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On the day this news was published, SNPS declined 1.03%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

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Key Figures

Conference dates: March 11-12 SNUG tracks: 12 design-focused tracks Day 1 keynote time: 9:00 am PT +5 more

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Conference dates March 11-12 Synopsys Converge Conference at Santa Clara Convention Center

SNUG tracks 12 design-focused tracks SNUG Silicon Valley content at Synopsys Converge

Day 1 keynote time 9:00 am PT Converge Day 1 keynote by President and CEO Sassine Ghazi

SNUG keynote time 10:40 am PT SNUG Silicon Valley keynote by Chief Product Development Officer

Simulation World keynote time 10:40 am PT Simulation World keynote by Ansys executive

Current price $510.97 SNPS price before publication of conference announcement

52-week high $651.73 Pre-news 52-week high level for SNPS

Market cap $98,779,502,940 SNPS market capitalization prior to this news

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Technical Price $510.97 is trading above the 200-day MA at $493.39 and 21.6% below the 52-week high of $651.73.

Peers on Argus

SNPS is up 1.6% while peers are mixed: FTNT up 1.82%, NET down 0.19%, CRWD down ...

SNPS is up 1.6% while peers are mixed: FTNT up 1.82%, NET down 0.19%, CRWD down 0.07%, PANW down 0.1%, XYZ down 1.65%, indicating stock-specific dynamics around this conference news.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 14 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 14	Business divestiture	Neutral	-1.3%	Agreement to sell Processor IP Solutions business to GlobalFoundries.
Jan 06	AI automotive focus	Positive	+3.0%	Showcased AI-driven, software-defined automotive engineering solutions at CES 2026.
Jan 06	Cloud EDA deal	Positive	+3.0%	Edgewater Wireless adopted Synopsys Cloud EDA-as-a-Service for Wi‑Fi8 silicon.
Dec 10	Earnings results	Positive	+0.3%	Reported record FY2025 revenue and issued fiscal 2026 revenue guidance.
Dec 01	NVIDIA partnership	Positive	+4.8%	Announced multi-year strategic partnership and NVIDIA’s $2.0B equity investment.

Pattern Detected

Recent AI, partnership, and earnings announcements generally saw positive price reactions, while a portfolio divestiture described as not material coincided with a modest decline.

Recent Company History

Over the last several months, Synopsys highlighted multiple strategic milestones. A Dec 1, 2025 multi‑year partnership with NVIDIA and its $2.0 billion equity investment aligned with a 4.85% gain. Record FY2025 revenue of $7.054 billion and fiscal 2026 guidance saw a modest 0.3% rise. AI-focused collaborations at CES 2026 and with Edgewater Wireless each coincided with 2.95% moves. By contrast, the Jan 14, 2026 agreement to sell the Processor IP Solutions business saw a 1.26% decline.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement introduces Synopsys Converge as a unified conference showcasing its silicon‑to‑sys...

Analysis

This announcement introduces Synopsys Converge as a unified conference showcasing its silicon‑to‑systems and AI-era strategy, combining SNUG Silicon Valley, Simulation World, and an Executive Forum on March 11‑12. In recent months, investors saw record FY2025 revenue of $7.054 billion, a major NVIDIA partnership, and AI-focused collaborations, all with generally positive price reactions. Against that backdrop, this event reinforces the existing strategic narrative rather than adding new financial or regulatory disclosures.

Key Terms

multi‑die, verification, co-design, thermal management, +4 more

8 terms

multi‑die technical

"12 design-focused tracks spanning advanced nodes, multi‑die, verification..."

A multi‑die design packs two or more individual silicon chips (dies) inside a single package so they work together as one component. For investors, this matters because it can boost performance, save manufacturing cost, and shorten product development time — like combining separate rooms into one efficient apartment — but it can also concentrate production risk and affect yields, margins and supply availability.

verification technical

"12 design-focused tracks spanning advanced nodes, multi‑die, verification..."

Verification is the process of checking that information, documents, identities, test results or claims are accurate and genuine rather than mistaken or fabricated. For investors it’s the financial equivalent of a double-check or a notary stamp: verified facts reduce the risk of being misled, support fair pricing and regulatory compliance, and make it easier to trust disclosures used in investment decisions.

co-design technical

"Simulation World will showcase innovations in co-design, electronics, thermal..."

Co-design is a collaborative development process where designers, users, customers and other stakeholders work together from the start to shape a product, service or policy. For investors, it matters because involving end users early reduces the chance of costly redesigns, increases the likelihood products meet real market needs, and can speed adoption—similar to testing and tweaking a recipe with diners before putting it on the menu.

thermal management technical

"Simulation World will showcase innovations in co-design, electronics, thermal management..."

Thermal management is the set of methods and technologies used to control temperature and move heat away from sensitive parts of a device, system, or facility so it stays within safe, efficient limits. For investors, effective thermal management protects product performance and lifespan, reduces safety and warranty risks, and can lower operating and compliance costs—like a building’s heating and cooling that prevents damage and keeps value intact.

signal integrity technical

"Simulation World will showcase innovations in co-design, electronics, thermal management, signal integrity..."

Signal integrity is the ability of an electronic wire, circuit or connector to carry data signals cleanly and reliably without distortion or errors, like keeping a phone call clear despite background noise. For investors, it matters because poor signal integrity leads to malfunctioning or slower products, higher development and warranty costs, and can limit a company’s ability to sell into high‑speed markets such as data centers, telecom and advanced consumer electronics.

simulation technical

"advanced simulation into one powerful eventSUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 20, 2026..."

A simulation is a computer model or mock run that imitates real-world business, market, clinical, or operational processes to predict outcomes and test decisions without doing them for real. Like a flight simulator or dress rehearsal, it lets managers and analysts explore “what if” scenarios, estimate risks, and compare strategies under different assumptions. For investors, simulations help quantify uncertainty, stress-test forecasts, and inform valuation and risk management decisions.

silicon-to-systems technical

"The event will spotlight Synopsys' silicon-to-systems vision via executive keynotes..."

silicon-to-systems describes a company's ability to create not just semiconductor chips but the full products and services that use those chips — including hardware, software and integration — so it delivers a complete, working solution. For investors this matters because firms that control the whole chain can move faster, protect margins and stand out from competitors, much like a company that builds both the engine and the finished car rather than just supplying parts.

AI-enabled technical

"silicon-powered, AI-enabled, and software-defined future..."

AI-enabled describes a product, service, or process that uses artificial intelligence—software that learns from data and makes decisions or predictions—as a core feature rather than a minor add-on. For investors it matters because AI-enabled offerings can boost productivity, lower costs or unlock new revenue streams; like adding a smart autopilot to a routine task, they can change a company's growth potential and competitive edge while also bringing higher upfront investment needs and distinct regulatory or ethical risks.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

For the first time, Synopsys is hosting SNUG Silicon Valley, Simulation World, and Executive Forum simultaneously, blending leadership insights, technical deep-dives, and advanced simulation into one powerful event

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS) today unveiled its inaugural Converge Conference, a new, industry-defining event taking place March 11-12 at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Designed as a unified experience, Synopsys Converge will simultaneously host SNUG Silicon Valley, Simulation World, a CxO-exclusive Executive Forum, and the interactive Converge Pavilion. The event will spotlight Synopsys' silicon-to-systems vision via executive keynotes and demonstrations of breakthrough solutions shaping the future of engineering in the AI era.

"Converge is more than an event to convene the industry's technology leaders — it's an important milestone on our journey to enable a silicon-powered, AI-enabled, and software-defined future," said Ann Minooka, chief marketing officer at Synopsys. "Today's innovation demands a new level of partnership between silicon and systems, where success is determined by system designers who understand silicon, and silicon teams who design with full system context. Converge unites these communities to facilitate deep discussion, spark new ideas, and empower this engineering transformation."

This year, SNUG Silicon Valley will offer 12 design-focused tracks spanning advanced nodes, multi‑die, verification, and AI-driven workflows; Simulation World will showcase innovations in co-design, electronics, thermal management, signal integrity, and AI-enabled simulation; and the invite‑only Executive Forum will bring together industry leaders to discuss AI, multi‑die advances, and silicon‑to‑system strategy.

Register for Synopsys Converge Conference to connect, learn, and experience silicon-to-systems innovation up close.

Keynote Presentations on Wednesday, March 11:

• Converge 'Day 1' Keynote, 9:00 am PT: Synopsys President and CEO, Sassine Ghazi, will set the tone for two days of innovation and insights with the keynote, "Re-engineering the Future."
• SNUG Silicon Valley Keynote, 10:40 am PT: Shankar Krishnamoorthy, Chief Product Development Officer, Synopsys, will present, "Re‑engineering the Future of Silicon Design."
• Simulation World Keynote, 10:40 am PT: Anthony Dawson, Vice President of Ansys Customer Excellence, will deliver a keynote titled, "Defining the Next Era of Engineering."

Day 2 of Converge will feature a keynote from a leading cloud provider and an interactive panel discussion hosted by Shankar Krishnamoorthy, "Delivering Energy Efficiency Breakthroughs for AI Computing." Visit the Synopsys Converge website for agenda updates and additional details.

Synopsys Executive Forum: The CxO, invite-only Synopsys Executive Forum will convene industry leaders to explore the trends shaping the future of engineering. To request an invitation:

• • Customers and partners: Contact your Synopsys representative
  • Media and industry analysts: corp-pr@synopsys.com

Converge Pavilion to Feature Sim Racers, Club Converge, and New Product Demos

The Converge Pavilion ignites the heart of Synopsys Converge as a vibrant, high-energy hub where attendees can explore partner and Synopsys showcases, experience live demos in the Demo Theater like Sim Racing cockpits from customer CORSAIR and connect with industry leaders at Club Converge.

Follow Synopsys online for updates via our Newsroom, on LinkedIn, and on X.

About Synopsys

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) is the leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, enabling customers to rapidly innovate AI-powered products. We deliver industry-leading silicon design, IP, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow. Learn more at www.synopsys.com.

© 2026 Synopsys, Inc. All rights reserved. Synopsys, Ansys, the Synopsys and Ansys logos, and other Synopsys trademarks are available at https://www.synopsys.com/company/legal/trademarks-brands.html. Other company or product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Contacts

Media 

Kelli Wheeler: kelli.wheeler@synopsys.com
Pete Smith: pete.smith@synopsys.com
corp-pr@synopsys.com

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FAQ

What is Synopsys Converge Conference and when is it happening for SNPS?

Synopsys Converge is a new unified event combining SNUG Silicon Valley, Simulation World, and an Executive Forum on March 11-12, 2026 in Santa Clara.

Who are the headline speakers at the Synopsys (SNPS) Converge Conference?

Headline speakers include CEO Sassine Ghazi, Chief Product Development Officer Shankar Krishnamoorthy, and Ansys VP Anthony Dawson.

What topics will SNPS cover at Converge Conference March 11-12, 2026?

The conference will cover silicon-to-systems design, advanced nodes, multi-die, verification, AI-driven workflows, co-design, thermal management, and AI-enabled simulation.

How can investors or attendees register for Synopsys Converge (SNPS)?

Attendees can register via the Synopsys Converge website; agenda updates and registration details are posted there.

What is the Synopsys Executive Forum at Converge and how do I get an invite?

The invite-only Executive Forum convenes CxOs to discuss AI and silicon-to-system strategy; request an invitation through your Synopsys representative or the provided media contact.

What interactive features will the Converge Pavilion include at the SNPS event?

The Converge Pavilion will feature partner showcases, live product demos in the Demo Theater, Sim Racing cockpits from customer CORSAIR, and networking at Club Converge.