Qualcomm

Qualcomm is an American multinational technology corporation that develops and commercializes foundational technologies for the wireless industry, including chipsets, processors, and software. Its technical work spans wireless communications, CDMA cellular technology, 5G and emerging 6G, artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, system-on-chip (SoC) design, mobile processors and chipsets, connectivity solutions, and software. The company was founded in July 1985 by Irwin Jacobs and six colleagues from Linkabit, and now employs over 10,000 professionals worldwide.

The company designs integrated processors, wireless chipsets, and SoC platforms that combine leading-edge AI capabilities, high-performance computing, and connectivity. These power smartphones, IoT devices, automotive systems, and smart infrastructure. Accompanying software solutions extend the hardware to enable intelligent computing across devices and infrastructure.

Headquartered in San Diego, California, Qualcomm operates globally, serving industry verticals that include smartphones, IoT devices, automotive, smart infrastructure, and wireless telecommunications. Its stated focus is on pushing the boundaries of wireless technology and digital transformation across cities, homes, and workspaces.