Qualcomm Acquires Arduino Platform, Launches $44 AI-Powered Uno Q Board for 33 Million Makers
Summary
Qualcomm acquires Arduino's open-source electronics platform while preserving its independence, immediately launching the $44 Uno Q board featuring AI capabilities and Linux compatibility for Arduino's massive 33 million maker community.
Key Points
- Qualcomm acquires Arduino, the Italian open-source electronics platform used by DIY hobbyists and educators, for an undisclosed amount while maintaining Arduino's brand independence
- Arduino launches the Uno Q board for $44, combining Qualcomm's Dragonwing QRB2210 processor with AI capabilities and the ability to run Linux Debian
- The acquisition gives Arduino's 33 million community members access to Qualcomm's technologies and provides a path toward global commercialization through Qualcomm's ecosystem