Jury Verdict and Future Implications
A federal jury found Qualcomm's central processors are properly licensed under an agreement with , but declared a mistrial on one question regarding Nuvia's license breach, leaving the case open for future trials.
The outcome allows Qualcomm to continue its "AI PC" project with chips developed from Nuvia technology, potentially impacting the competitive landscape in the laptop chip market.
Financial and Industry Reactions
Arm's shares fell by 1.8% while Qualcomm's shares rose by the same percentage following the verdict. Arm expressed disappointment over the jury's inability to reach a consensus.
Industry analysts see the verdict as a positive for Qualcomm's future roadmap with Nuvia cores, reducing risks associated with their access to Nuvia's technology.