The UK CMA says its Phase 1 probe found chip design software maker Synopsys' $35B acquisition of 3D software maker Ansys could lower innovation and raise prices (Reuters) 20-12-2024

Reuters:
The UK CMA says its Phase 1 probe found chip design software maker Synopsys’ $35B acquisition of 3D software maker Ansys could lower innovation and raise prices — UK’s competition watchdog said on Friday it could approve chip design software maker Synopsys’ $35 billion acquisition of Ansys if the regulator’s concerns are resolved.