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Das Rätsel um den Hersteller des in Amiga-Kreisen 'MMC' genannten Mediaprozessors, der in der nächsten Amiga-Generation verwendet werden soll, scheint gelöst: Unter Berufung auf Amiga International hat ein User in einem öffentlichen Amiga-Forum gemeldet, dass die Firma kürzlich von dem kanadischen Grafikhardware-Hersteller ATI aufgekauft worden sei. Unter der Voraussetzung, dass dies der Wahrheit entspricht, kann es sich bei dem Hersteller des 'MMC' wohl nur um die Firma Chromatic Research (http://www.chromatic.com) handeln, die ATI im November erworben hatte. Bereits vor Monaten war Chromatic Research in Gerüchten als möglicher Hersteller des 'MMC' genannt worden. Nähere Informationen zu dessen Mediaprozessor MPact sind auf http://www.mpact.com verfügbar.
Nicht ganz klar ist, ob Amiga, Inc. auch nach dem Aufkauf von ATI auf die Technologie von Chromatic Research setzen wird. Zumindest wird man sich wohl nicht starr darauf festlegen, sondern das neue Amiga-Betriebssystem möglichst Hardware-unabhängig entwickeln.
Hier drei Presseerklärungen zum Aufkauf von Chromatic Research durch ATI:
| » ATI Technologies Inc. in Talks with Chromatic Research Inc. |
Toronto, Canada, October 8, 1998 - ATI Technologies Inc. (TSE:ATY) the world leader in 3D graphics/video acceleration and multimedia solutions today announced that it is in negotiations regarding a possible acquisition of Chromatic Research, Inc. At this time, no agreement has been reached or entered into and there can be no assurance that the transaction will proceed. Further terms will be announced if an agreement is reached.
Chromatic is engaged in the development of media processors from its facilities in Sunnyvale, California. This technology would enhance ATI's graphics/multimedia portfolio and augment the Company's position in the sub $500 PC, set-top box and consumer appliance industries.
Corporate Profile ATI Technologies Inc., the leading supplier of 3D graphics and multimedia technology in the world, designs, manufactures and markets innovative and award-winning multimedia solutions and graphics components for personal computers. An ISO 9002 company, ATI is one of the world's leading suppliers of video and 2D/3D graphics accelerators to OEM and retail customers. Founded in 1985, ATI employs more than 1,300 people at headquarters in Thornhill, Ontario, and in offices in the United States, Germany, France, the U.K., Ireland, Barbados, Malaysia, Taiwan and Japan. ATI is a public company whose shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange. Visit our web site at http://www.atitech.com.«
| » ATI Technologies Inc. Agrees to Acquire Chromatic Research, Inc. Core |
| technology for System-on-a-Chip designs used in sub $500 Computers, |
| Set-Top Boxes and Consumer Devices |
Toronto, Canada, October 21, 1998 - ATI Technologies Inc. (TSE:ATY) the world leader in 3D graphics/video acceleration and multimedia solutions, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Chromatic Research, Inc. for a total investment of US$67 million, comprised of 100% of the outstanding shares of Chromatic and assumption of Chromatic's net liabilities.
The purchase is consistent with ATI's long history of integrating core technology blocks and responding to key market inflection points. Chromatic is currently developing next-generation System-on-a-Chip (SOC) technology, a highly integrated product that encompasses graphics, system logic and processor blocks into a single chip. Chromatic's next-generation technology is an ideal candidate for numerous multimedia applications incorporated in sub-$500 computers, set-top boxes as well as other consumer electronic devices.
"This move is intended to extend our lead in the graphics and multimedia industry", said KY Ho, ATI's president and CEO. "Chromatic has a history of developing excellent technology. ATI has the infrastructure and economies of scale to enable success in this new product category."
"Chromatic's development to date adds significantly to our technology portfolio and allows us to extend our competencies into fast growing markets," said Adrian Hartog, ATI's vice-president, engineering. "This higher level of integration allows us to address fast growing segments in the sub $500 computer, set-top box and consumer electronics industries."
ATI will be acquiring all in-process research and development related to future products of Chromatic, equal to more than 300 man-years of both hardware and software engineering, all rights to their intellectual property including a significant patent portfolio relating to over 100 inventions and fixed assets. Chromatic currently employs approximately 140 engineers. The purchase of Chromatic will be financed through cash. The transaction is expected to close, subject to Chromatic's shareholder and the necessary regulatory approvals, on or about November 13, 1998.
About Chromatic Founded in 1993, Chromatic Research develops media processor technology for use in low cost PCs, set-top boxes, and consumer electronics products. The company is privately held with headquarters in Sunnyvale, California.
About ATI ATI Technologies Inc., the world's largest supplier of 3D graphics and multimedia technology, designs, manufactures and markets innovative and award-winning multimedia solutions and graphics components for personal computers. An ISO 9002 company, ATI is the world's leading supplier of video and 2D/3D graphics accelerators to OEM and retail customers. Founded in l985, ATI employs more than 1,300 people at headquarters in Thornhill, Ontario, and in offices in the United States, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Barbados, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Japan. ATI is a public company whose shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may be materially different from those contained in such forward-looking statements. The markets for the Company's products are characterized by rapidly changing technology, evolving industry standards, frequent new product introductions, emerging competitors and significant price competition. In the event that the Company is unsuccessful in identifying, developing, manufacturing or marketing new products or enhancing its existing products or maintaining its historic prices or margins, its operating results will be adversely affected. Additional information concerning factors that could cause actual results to materially differ from those in such forward-looking statements is contained in the Company's filings with the securities regulatory authorities.
For further information, contact:
ATI Technologies Inc.
Jo-Anne Chang, Director Investor Relations (905) 882-2600 Extension 8306«
| » ATI Technologies Inc. Completes Acquisition of Chromatic Research, Inc. |
ATI Announces Nasdaq Listing
Toronto, Canada, November 23, 1998 - ATI Technologies Inc. (TSE:ATY) the world leader in 3D graphics/video acceleration and multimedia solutions, today announced it has completed its acquisition of Chromatic Research, Inc. for a total investment of US$67 million, comprised of 100% of the outstanding shares of Chromatic and assumption of Chromatic's net liabilities.
The purchase is consistent with ATI's long history of integrating core technology blocks and responding to key market inflection points. Chromatic is currently developing next-generation System-on-a-Chip (SOC) technology, a highly integrated product that encompasses graphics, system logic and processor blocks into a single chip. Chromatic's next-generation technology is an ideal candidate for numerous multimedia applications incorporated in sub-$500 computers, set-top boxes as well as other consumer electronic devices.
"We are pleased to have quickly closed on our definitive agreement", said KY Ho, ATI's president and CEO. "And ATI welcomes the newest engineering additions to our world-class team of people."
ATI today also announced that it has been approved for inclusion in the NASDAQ National Market. The Company will trade under the ticker "ATYTF" and trading is to commence at the beginning of the trading session on November 24, 1998.
Corporate Profile ATI Technologies Inc., the world's largest supplier of 3D graphics and multimedia technology, designs, manufactures and markets innovative and award-winning multimedia solutions and graphics components for personal computers. An ISO 9002 company, ATI is the world's leading supplier of video and 2D/3D graphics accelerators to OEM and retail customers. Founded in l985, ATI employs more than 1,400 people at headquarters in Thornhill, Ontario, and in offices in the United States, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Barbados, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Japan. ATI is a public company whose shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks anduncertainties. Actual results may be materially different from those contained in such forward-looking statements. The markets for the Company's products are characterized by rapidly changing technology, evolving industry standards, frequent new product introductions, emerging competitors and significant price competition. In the event that the Company is unsuccessful in identifying, developing, manufacturing or marketing new products or enhancing its existing products or maintaining its historic prices or margins, its operating results will be adversely affected. Additional information concerning factors that could cause actual results to materially differ from those in such forward-looking statements is contained in the Company's filings with the securities regulatory authorities.«
(Quelle: jeweils ATI - http://www.atitech.com)
