Arm Moves to Cancel Qualcomm's Chip Design License Amid Legal Dispute

The cancellation notice escalates a legal battle over Qualcomm's acquisition of Nuvia, threatening its $39 billion chip business.

Arm has issued a 60-day cancellation notice to Qualcomm for its architectural license, crucial for designing chips based on Arm's standards.
The dispute began after Qualcomm's 2021 acquisition of Nuvia, with Arm alleging the transfer violated licensing terms.
Qualcomm argues that its existing agreements cover Nuvia's developments, leading to a countersuit against Arm.
Cancellation could disrupt Qualcomm's production of Arm-based chips, impacting its smartphone and emerging laptop markets.
Both companies are preparing for a trial in December, with industry analysts expecting a possible settlement before the license is formally revoked.