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Nov 5, 2007

Renesas Selects Synopsys as Its Leading EDA Supplier

Companies Collaborate to Drive Increased Design and Manufacturing Productivity

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design and manufacturing, announced that Renesas...
Nov 5, 2007

Synopsys DesignWare IP for 5.0 Gbps PCI Express Enables First-Pass Silicon Success for PMC-Sierra's High-Performance SoC

DesignWare Bridge IP for PCI Express Gen II to AMBA 3 AXI First to Achieve Silicon Success

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design and manufacturing, today announced that...
Nov 2, 2007

IPL Initiative Opens Technical Working Groups to Industry Participation

Working Groups for Properties and Parameters, PCells and Constraints seek to grow standards for interoperable analog and full custom design flows

Interoperable PCell Libraries (IPL) initiative announces an open invitation to leading semiconductor companies, foundries, integrated device manufacturers (IDMs) and EDA companies to join IPL's...
Oct 23, 2007

Synopsys Customers Accelerate Yield Learning With Converged Test and Yield Management Data Flow

New Odyssey DFT Module Connects TetraMAX Diagnostics with Odyssey Yield Management to Enable Comprehensive Failure Analysis of Production ICs

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design and manufacturing, today announced general availability of the Odyssey Design-for-Test (DFT) module for...
Oct 23, 2007

Synopsys Recognizes Engineers' Technical Excellence With Best Paper Awards at 16th Annual SNUG Europe Conference

Popularity and Longevity of Conference Showcases User and Contributor Commitment to Solid Technical Content

MUNICH, GERMANY – October 23, 2007 - Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq:SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design and manufacturing, today announced the Best Paper Awards for the...
Oct 22, 2007

Synopsys Advances Low Power Management for Manufacturing Test

Galaxy Test Reduces Power Consumption During Test and Accelerates Design-for-Test for Low-Power Designs

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design and manufacturing, today announced it has extended low power management capabilities in the Synopsys...
Oct 22, 2007

Synopsys Improves the Quality of Manufacturing Tests with Timing-Aware Pattern Generation

TetraMAX Small Delay Defect Test Technology Improves Test Quality vs. Existing At-Speed Test Methods

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design and manufacturing, today announced availability...
Oct 19, 2007

Advisory/Synopsys EDA Interoperability Forum to Feature Michael Keating Keynote on Low Power Methodology

Forum also includes a live product demonstration of tool interoperability by IPL members and first public presentation of SOI Industry Consortium

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design and manufacturing, announces that its 20th...
Oct 5, 2007

OKI Network LSI Achieves Multiple First-Pass Verification Successes Using Synopsys VMM Methodology

Standardization on SystemVerilog with Synopsys VCS, VCS Verification Library (VIP) and VMM Methodology Enabled 15 First-Pass Verification Successes in One Year

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, and Oki Network LSI Co., Ltd., a leading...
Oct 2, 2007

Synopsys Acquires Sandwork Design

Sandwork's Technologies Expand Synopsys' Portfolio with Advanced Analog and Mixed-signal Verification Solutions

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that it has acquired Sandwork Design, Inc.,...
Sep 27, 2007

ARM and Synopsys Feature Special Low Power Events at ARM Developers' Conference

WHAT: Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, and ARM [(LSE: ARM); (NASDAQ: ARMHY)] invite you to...
Sep 27, 2007

Global Unichip Adopts Synopsys Test Solution to Achieve Higher SoC Test Quality

Advanced Delay Test Capabilities in TetraMAX Improve At-Speed Test Quality

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that Global Unichip Corporation (GUC; TW:3443), a leading system-on- chip (SoC) design foundry, has...
Sep 26, 2007

Synopsys HSPICE Simulator Accelerates ARM's 45-Nanometer Physical IP Development

ARM Delivers Advanced Technology-Node Physical IP with Faster, More Accurate Simulation

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software and a member of the ARM Connected Community, today announced that significant performance improvements in the latest...
Sep 26, 2007

Synopsys Recognizes Engineers' Technical Excellence With Best Paper Awards at SNUG Boston Conference

Largest User Conference Program in EDA Annually Attracts More Than 5,000 Engineers Worldwide in Nine Locations

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced the Best Paper Awards for the ninth annual...
Sep 25, 2007

Dubai Silicon Oasis Chooses Synopsys to Establish First IC Design Center in the United Arab Emirates

Synopsys Technology and Expertise Help Set Up Design Center To Serve Customers Worldwide

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that the Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the region's innovation hub for high-technology...
Sep 24, 2007

Synopsys Star-RCXT Extraction Solution Achieves Industry's Broadest 65-Nanometer Qualification and Usage

Star-RCXT Qualified by More Than 50 Leading Companies and Trusted on Over 125 Tapeouts

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that the Synopsys Star-RCXT™ parasitic...
Sep 20, 2007

Synopsys DesignWare USB 2.0 NanoPHY and PCI Express PHY IP Achieve Compliance in SMIC's 130-NM Process Technology

Silicon-Proven, Mixed-Signal IP Enables Easy Integration into SoCs

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that its DesignWare® USB 2.0 nanoPHY IP...
Sep 19, 2007

Synopsys' Memory IP Development Environment Selected by UMC for Advanced Design Processes

Comprehensive, Production-Proven Solution Allows Rapid In-House Memory IP Development

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that UMC, a world-leading semiconductor...
Sep 18, 2007

Nikon and Synopsys Announce Manufacturing-Aware DFM Solution for 45 nm and Below

Embedded Scanner Parameter Module Delivers Improved OPC Accuracy, Enhanced Model Predictability and Reduced Time to Silicon for Mutual Customers

Nikon Corporation, a leading supplier of lithography equipment for microelectronics manufacturing, and Synopsys, Inc....
Sep 17, 2007

Synopsys Announces DesignWare System-Level Library

Simulator-Independent SystemC Models Accelerate Development of Virtual Platforms for Hardware/Software Co-Design

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced the DesignWare® System-Level Library. The library provides high- performance SystemC...
Sep 12, 2007

Synopsys HSPICE Simulator and SiSoft Quantum-SI Combine to Deliver Robust Signal Integrity Analysis Solution

Integrated Solution Provides Fast, Accurate High-Speed Interface Analysis

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, and Signal Integrity Software, Inc. (SiSoft™), a leading provider of integrated timing and signal integrity...
Sep 11, 2007

Voltaire and Synopsys Introduce High-Performance Compute Solution to Reduce Cycle Time for Semiconductor Mask Manufacturing

New Solution Combines Synopsys CATS®, Voltaire InfiniBand and High-Performance Storage from DataDirect Networks to Deliver Up To a 4X Performance Improvement

BILLERICA, Mass. and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.– September 11, 2007 – Voltaire Ltd. (NASDAQ: VOLT), a leader in grid backbone solutions, and Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in...
Sep 4, 2007

eRide Converts to Synopsys Design Compiler Ultra for Next-Generation GPS Chips

Superior Synthesis Technology and Exceptional Support Cited as Key Decision Factors

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that eRide, a leading provider of location-based technology solutions, has adopted Synopsys' Design...
Aug 29, 2007

Synopsys Senior Vice President to Speak at the 2007 Citi Global Technology Conference

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that John Chilton, senior vice president of...
Aug 28, 2007

Synopsys Lowers the Cost of Semiconductor Testing at Tessolve

DFT MAX Scan Compression Solution Improves Testing and Diagnostics Results While Reducing Test Data Volume and Test Time for Complex ASICs

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that Tessolve has adopted Synopsys' DFT MAX scan compression solution to reduce the costs of...
Aug 27, 2007

Cost-Effective, Ultra-High-Quality Test Results Using Synopsys DFT MAX Achieved at SHARP

DFT MAX Scan Compression Reduces Test Data Volume of Advanced Transition Delay Tests

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that SHARP Corporation has evaluated the...
Aug 22, 2007

Synopsys Posts Financial Results for Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2007

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today reported results for its third quarter ended July 31,...
Aug 8, 2007

Synopsys Announces Earnings Release Date and Conference Call For Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2007

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced it will report results for the third quarter...
Aug 6, 2007

Intel Selects Synopsys As Its Primary EDA Supplier

Semiconductor and EDA Leaders Sign Multi-Year Commercial, Collaboration Agreement

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that it was selected as Intel Corporation's primary EDA supplier. The two companies signed a...
Jul 30, 2007

Synopsys Completes Acquisition of MOSAID Semiconductor IP Assets

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of the semiconductor intellectual property (IP) assets of...
Jul 25, 2007

Synopsys and RV-VLSI Design Center Collaborate to Develop Advanced IC Design Training Programs (India)

Robust Electronic Design Tools, Custom Curriculum and Modern Design Methodologies Help Accelerate Productivity for New Engineers

BANGALORE, INDIA— July 25, 2007—Synopsys, Inc., a world leader in semiconductor design software, and RV-VLSI Design Center, a premiere institute providing innovative, advanced VLSI...
Jul 19, 2007

ProMOS Technologies Deploys Proteus OPC for Advanced Technology Production to Reduce Mask Synthesis Cost-of-Ownership

Proteus Delivers Improved OPC Modeling Accuracy, Reduced Time-to-Model and Enhanced Model Predictability

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, and ProMOS Technologies, a major DRAM...
Jul 17, 2007

Synopsys NanoTime Improves Timing Verification on NetLogic Microsystems 65-Nanometer Processor

NanoTime Enables Greater Than 3X Improvement in Timing Verification Performance for NetLogic Microsystems

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that NetLogic Microsystems, Inc. has taped...
Jul 16, 2007

Synopsys Agrees to Acquire MOSAID Semiconductor IP Assets

Purchase to Expand Industry-leading Standards-based Connectivity IP Solutions

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the semiconductor IP assets of MOSAID Technologies...
Jul 9, 2007

Teradici Corporation Selects Synopsys to Help Deliver Breakthrough PC-Over-IP Technology

Synopsys Tools, IP and Services Enable First-Silicon Success for Teradici's Complex SoC

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that Teradici Corp. has achieved first-time...
Jun 27, 2007

Synopsys Teams With UMC to Port Mixed-Signal Connectivity IP to 90- and 65-Nanometer Process Technologies

Synopsys' DesignWare IP for USB 2.0, PCIe, SATA and XAUI PHYs Developed for UMC's Leading-Edge Processes

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that it has teamed with UMC to port the...
Jun 20, 2007

Solarflare Communications Tapes Out 10-Gigabit Ethernet Controller Chip Using Synopsys IC Compiler

IC Compiler Reduces Power Up to 20 Percent for Critical Design Blocks

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that Solarflare Communications, Inc. has...
Jun 19, 2007

Synopsys Improves Sign-Off Accuracy for Advanced SoC Designs Through Collaboration With NEC Electronics

Synopsys Extends PrimeTime Solution with Advanced On-Chip Variation Analysis Technology and Provides Intermediate Step to Statistical Timing Analysis

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that NEC Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723) has adopted Synopsys' PrimeTime® advanced on-chip...
Jun 19, 2007

Synopsys Announces Virtual Platform for Marvell's PXA3xx Application Processors

Development Environment Boosts Design Quality and Shortens Time-to-Market by Up to Nine Months

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced the availability of the DesignWare® VPXA3...
Jun 18, 2007

Synopsys Acquires ArchPro Design Automation

ArchPro's Power Management Technologies to Enhance Synopsys' Low Power Design and Verification Solution

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that it has acquired ArchPro Design...
Jun 13, 2007

Synopsys Chief Financial Officer Brian Beattie to Speak at NASDAQ 19th Investor Program

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that Chief Financial Officer Brian Beattie...
Jun 12, 2007

Synopsys and Hitachi High-Technologies Deliver Enhanced OPC Modeling Speed, Accuracy and Predictability

Common DFM Interface Links Companies' Technologies, Enabling Reduced Cost of Ownership for Mutual Customers

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, and Hitachi High-Technologies Corp., the world's leading developer and supplier of high-technology equipment for IC...
Jun 6, 2007

Synopsys Honors Unified Power Format Collaborators With Seventh Annual Tenzing Norgay Interoperability Achievement Award

Texas Instruments, Nokia, Mentor Graphics and Magma Design Automation Receive Award as Initial Drivers of Unified Power Format

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, announced that a foursome has received Synopsys' seventh...
Jun 5, 2007

Synopsys Launches VMM Catalyst Program With More Than 50 Member Companies

Program Accelerates Development of VMM-Enabled Verification Tools, IP, Services and Training

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced its VMM Catalyst Program to further...
Jun 4, 2007

Synopsys Announces Advanced Techniques In TSMC Reference Flow 8.0 to Address 45nm Design Challenges

Flow Includes Statistical Timing Analysis for Intra-die Variation, Automated DFM Hot-spot Fixing and New Dynamic Low-power Design Methodologies.

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing...
May 31, 2007

Synopsys Appoints Alfred Castino and John Schwarz to Its Board of Directors

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced the appointment of Alfred "Al" J. Castino...
May 30, 2007

Synopsys and Zuken to Deliver Integrated, Robust PCB Design and Simulation Solution

Synopsys' Saber Simulator and Zuken's CR-5000 System Designer Will Provide System-Level Electronic Design, Simulation and Verification

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS) and Zuken, the engineering consulting company, today announced a partnership to develop an...
May 30, 2007

Synopsys Announces the Industry's First Comprehensive SATA AHCI IP Solution

Solution Reduces Integration Effort with Standard Software and Hardware Interfaces

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced the release of the Synopsys DesignWare®...
May 29, 2007

Toshiba Standardizes on Synopsys IC Compiler With Release of Orion V1.0 Design Kit

IC Compiler is Key Enabler for More Than 20 Active/Completed Designs at Toshiba

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that Toshiba Corporation has completed the...
May 29, 2007

Synopsys IC Compiler Used By NEC Electronics for Tapeout of Gigahertz Processor

IC Compiler Helps NEC Electronics Achieve 2X Performance Improvement While Meeting Power Budget

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS), a world leader in semiconductor design software, today announced that NEC Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723)...

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