Tape-out

Altera, led by Raghib Hussain, posts rapid execution gains after independence from Intel, including six tape-outs in three months (three ahead of schedule), ~20% revenue growth with a doubled cash balance, and stepped-up customer focus amid TSA wind-down and branding return.

Arago, a Paris-based AI chip startup, taped out its first chip and is targeting a $150 million Series A to ramp production, signaling a notable growth milestone amid Nvidia competition.