
Qualcomm
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Qualcomm's Pioneering Path
This chapter explores Qualcomm's journey from academic roots to becoming a key player in cellular technology in the late 1980s, focusing on GPS integration and the challenges of early demonstrations. It highlights strategic partnerships, their IPO, and the adoption of CDMA technology as a standard that propelled their market presence. The narrative also examines Qualcomm's growth as a leading fabless semiconductor company, emphasizing the importance of innovation and collaboration in a competitive landscape.
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