87. Analogix Semiconductor

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California
Bought By: Shanhai Capital
Headquarters: Beijing, China

Based in Santa Clara, California, Analogix Semiconductor is a leading supplier of high-performance digital multimedia interface solutions. In 2016, it was acquired by Shanhai Capital, a private equity firm based in Beijing, for over $500 million. The deal aimed to expand China’s growing presence in the global semiconductor industry, which is crucial for a variety of technology sectors such as computers, smartphones, and artificial intelligence.

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With the acquisition of Analogix Semiconductor, China’s capacity to innovate and compete in the rapidly evolving technology landscape has been significantly enhanced, illustrating the country’s ongoing ambition to be at the forefront of the global technology industry.