About QUALCOMM Incorporated
QUALCOMM Incorporated is a global leader in developing and commercializing foundational technologies for the wireless industry. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company operates through three key segments:
Business Segments
- Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT): Develops and supplies integrated circuits and system software for mobile devices, automotive systems (connectivity, digital cockpit, ADAS/AD), and IoT products, including consumer electronics and industrial devices.
- Qualcomm Technology Licensing (QTL): Grants licenses for its intellectual property portfolio, including patents essential for wireless products like CDMA2000, WCDMA, LTE, and 5G OFDMA-based technologies.
- Qualcomm Strategic Initiatives (QSI): Focuses on early-stage investments in emerging sectors such as 5G, AI, automotive, IoT, and extended reality, through equity securities and convertible debt instruments.
Additional Services
The company also provides development and related services, along with product sales, to U.S. government agencies and their contractors.