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Qualcomm Faces Antitrust Probe Amid U.S.-China Tensions

10/13/2025

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State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) opened an antitrust probe into Qualcomm over Autotalks’ June 2025 acquisition.
Qualcomm admitted it did not seek regulatory approval, despite a March 2024 notice that clearance was required.
The probe signals heightened Chinese scrutiny of foreign tech firms amid U.S.-China tensions.
Qualcomm's shares fell more than 5% after the announcement.
The outcome could significantly affect Qualcomm's operations in China.

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State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) opened an antitrust probe into Qualcomm over Autotalks’ June 2025 acquisition.
Qualcomm admitted it did not seek regulatory approval, despite a March 2024 notice that clearance was required.
The probe signals heightened Chinese scrutiny of foreign tech firms amid U.S.-China tensions.
Qualcomm's shares fell more than 5% after the announcement.
The outcome could significantly affect Qualcomm's operations in China.