Core Viewpoint - Qualcomm is under investigation by China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) for allegedly violating the Anti-Monopoly Law by failing to properly report its acquisition of Autotalks [1][5]. Group 1: Investigation Details - On October 10, SAMR initiated an investigation into Qualcomm for not legally reporting its acquisition of Autotalks, which is suspected of violating the Anti-Monopoly Law [1]. - SAMR's investigation is part of routine enforcement under the Anti-Monopoly Law, triggered by a report received after Qualcomm announced the acquisition in May 2023 [5]. - Although the acquisition did not meet the reporting threshold, evidence suggested it could restrict competition, leading to a formal notification to Qualcomm on March 12, 2024, requiring them to report the transaction [5]. Group 2: Qualcomm's Response - Qualcomm responded on October 11, stating it is cooperating with SAMR's investigation and is committed to supporting the growth of its customers and partners [2]. - On March 14, 2024, Qualcomm informed SAMR that it would abandon the transaction, but it completed the acquisition of Autotalks in June 2025 without reporting or communicating with SAMR [6]. - Following the investigation, SAMR confirmed the facts and evidence regarding Qualcomm's unlawful implementation of the acquisition [6]. Group 3: Future Actions - SAMR will continue to advance the investigation based on principles of legality, regulation, objectivity, and fairness [7].
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