Cirrus Logic Expands Semiconductor Partnership with GlobalFoundries in U.S.

Cirrus Logic and GlobalFoundries have expanded their strategic partnership to advance the development of next-generation semiconductor technologies, focusing on Bipolar-CMOS-DMOS (BCD) process technology and Gallium Nitride (GaN) capabilities. This collaboration aims to enhance the U.S. semiconductor supply chain by utilizing GlobalFoundries' manufacturing facilities in Malta, New York, and Essex Junction, Vermont, complementing existing production in Singapore and Germany. The BCD technology integrates multiple functions on a single chip, improving power efficiency and device compactness, while GaN technology offers high power density and improved voltage handling for consumer electronics and industrial applications. Both companies emphasized the importance of domestic manufacturing to national competitiveness and innovation, with a shared commitment to customer success and expanding market opportunities. Financially, the partnership is seen as a strategic move that could strengthen Cirrus Logic’s market position by reducing production costs and increasing resilience amid growing demand for efficient, compact semiconductor devices. However, challenges remain in scaling manufacturing and integrating new technologies into existing product lines.