Qualcomm(US:QCOM) Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2025-10-12 08:37Group 1 - The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has initiated an antitrust investigation against Qualcomm for violating the Anti-Monopoly Law of the People's Republic of China [2] - In May 2023, Qualcomm announced its acquisition of Autotalks, which prompted a comprehensive assessment by SAMR after receiving a complaint [2] - Although the acquisition did not meet the reporting threshold, evidence suggested it could restrict competition, leading SAMR to notify Qualcomm to submit a report before proceeding with the transaction [2] Group 2 - Qualcomm abandoned the transaction on March 14, 2024, after being notified by SAMR, but completed the acquisition of Autotalks in June 2025 without prior reporting or communication with SAMR [2] - Following verification of the facts and evidence, SAMR has formally launched an investigation into Qualcomm's unlawful implementation of the acquisition [2] - SAMR will continue to advance the investigation in accordance with legal and regulatory principles, ensuring objectivity and fairness [3]