Germany: Federal Cartel Office investigation into Qualcomm-Alphawave proposed merger
Progress
Current status
concluded
24 Nov 2025 concluded
Scope
Implementers
Germany
Policy Area
Competition
Policy Instrument
Merger control regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services
semiconductors
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
competition authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Federal Cartel Office approved Qualcomm-Alphawave merger
On 24 November 2025, the Federal Cartel Office (FCO) approved the Qualcomm-Alphawave merger. Qualcomm (US) develops semiconductors, primarily for use in vehicles, internet of things applications, and mobile devices. Alphawave (UK) develops high-spee…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
closure
Government branch
executive
Government body
competition authority