Qualcomm
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Qualcomm's Strategic Shifts and Challenges
This chapter examines Qualcomm's pivotal decisions in 1999, including the divestiture of its infrastructure business to Ericsson and the subsequent focus on technology licensing and chip sales. It highlights the significant stock market growth during the tech bubble, the evolution of mobile technologies, and the complex legal landscape surrounding Qualcomm's business practices. The chapter also reflects on leadership changes, strategic failures, and the contrasting paths of Qualcomm and Broadcom in the semiconductor industry.
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