Valens Semiconductor (NYSE: VLN) powers Barco ClickShare USB-C extension kit
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Valens Semiconductor furnished a report highlighting that its HDBaseT chipsets power Barco’s new ClickShare USB-C Extension over CAT kit. This hardware adds a wired connectivity option to the ClickShare Hub, delivering reliable, low-latency USB-C extension for complex video conferencing setups and large meeting rooms.
The kit supports seamless extension of uncompressed 4K video and USB2 over distances of up to 40 meters, targeting modern, sophisticated conferencing spaces. Valens positions this design win as evidence of continued demand for its high-performance connectivity solutions in the professional audio‑video market.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO
RULE 13a-16
OR 15d-16 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the month of June 2026
Commission File Number: 001-40842
VALENS SEMICONDUCTOR LTD.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
8 Hanagar St. POB 7152
Hod Hasharon 4501309
Israel
(Address of principal executive office)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F:
Form 20-F ☒ Form 40-F ☐
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The information in the attached Exhibit 99.1 is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing made by the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as otherwise set forth herein or as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
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| 99.1 | Press Release dated June 16, 2026 |
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
| VALENS SEMICONDUCTOR LTD. | |||
| By: | /s/ Yoram Salinger | ||
| Name: | Yoram Salinger | ||
| Title: | Chief Executive Officer | ||
Date: June 16, 2026
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Exhibit 99.1
Valens Semiconductor’s HDBaseT Chipsets Power Barco’s ClickShare USB-C Extension Over CAT Kit
HOD HASHARON, Israel, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Valens Semiconductor (NYSE: VLN) today announced that its HDBaseT chipsets will form the connectivity infrastructure inside of Barco’s ClickShare USB-C Extension over CAT kit. This product adds a wired extension connectivity option to Barco’s ClickShare Hub, delivering reliable and low-latency USB-C extension for complex video conferencing installations.
Barco’s ClickShare products are recognized as premium wireless meeting room systems for easy video conferencing, collaboration, and presentation. The ClickShare USB-C Extension over CAT kit is capable of supporting seamless extension of 4K video and USB2 for distances of up to 40 meters, opening up further implementations of the ClickShare Hub in large meeting rooms.
“We are proud to support the latest development of Barco’s ClickShare product with our HDBaseT connectivity solutions,” said Gili Friedman, Head of the Cross-Industry Business at Valens Semiconductor. “As conferencing spaces become more sophisticated, a reliable wired infrastructure becomes increasingly important, complimenting existing wireless solutions. The ability to extend uncompressed 4K video together with USB over long distances is critical for delivering seamless user experiences in modern meeting rooms. Barco’s decision to integrate our chipsets into the ClickShare USB-C Extension over CAT kit reflects the continued and growing demand for high-performance connectivity in the Pro AV market.”
About Valens Semiconductor
Valens Semiconductor (NYSE:VLN) is a leader in high-performance connectivity, enabling customers to transform the digital experiences of people worldwide. Valens’ chipsets are integrated into countless devices from leading customers, powering state-of-the-art audio-video installations, next-generation videoconferencing, and enabling the evolution of ADAS and autonomous driving. Pushing the boundaries of connectivity, Valens sets the standard everywhere it operates, and its technology forms the basis for the leading industry standards such as HDBaseT® and MIPI A-PHY. For more information, visit https://www.valens.com/.
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If any of these risks materialize or our assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. There may be additional risks that Valens does not presently know or that Valens currently believes are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. In addition, forward-looking statements reflect Valens’ expectations, plans or forecasts of future events and views as of the date of this press release. Valens anticipates that subsequent events and developments may cause Valens’ assessments to change. However, while Valens may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, Valens specifically disclaims any obligation to do so. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Valens’ assessment as of any date subsequent to the date of this press release. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed upon the forward-looking statements.
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