- Arduino Acquisition Links Qualcomm’s Edge Computing with Open Source Innovation
- New Arduino Uno Q board debuts with Qualcomm Dragonwing processor
- Qualcomm says open Arduino model and 33m community will remain independent
In a surprise announcement, Qualcomm has revealed plans to acquire Arduino, the open source hardware and software company behind popular microcontroller boards.
The deal, which is subject to regulatory approval, will help Qualcomm expand its reach to the global developer community and increase its position in edge computing and AI.
Arduino, which has more than 33 million active users, will retain its brand and continue to support a wide range of microcontrollers from different chip manufacturers.
Arduino Uno Q
The acquisition will combine Arduino’s open source approach with Qualcomm processing, graphics and AI capabilities, with the goal of simplifying development across education, industry and research.
“With our acquisitions of Foundries.io, Edge Impulse and now Arduino, we are accelerating our vision of democratizing access to our cutting-edge AI and computing products,” said Nakul Duggal, general manager of the automotive, industrial and embedded IoT group at Qualcomm Technologies.
“By combining its open source ethos with Qualcomm Technologies’ portfolio, we are helping millions of developers build intelligent solutions faster and more efficiently,” Duggal added.
The collaboration’s first product, the Arduino Uno Q, will feature a “dual-brain” design powered by Qualcomm’s Dragonwing processor, combining Linux-based computing with real-time microcontroller capabilities.
It will be compatible with Arduino App Lab, a new integrated environment that connects real-time workflows, Linux, Python and AI.
“Joining forces with Qualcomm Technologies allows us to exceed our commitment to accessibility and innovation,” said Arduino CEO Fabio Violante. “The launch of Uno Q is just the beginning – we’re excited to empower our global community with powerful tools that make AI development intuitive and open to everyone.”
Arduino co-founder Massimo Banzi added joining Qualcomm would help “bring cutting-edge AI tools to our community while staying true to what we’ve always cared most about.”
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