SANTA CLARA, Calif.—Wireless chipmaker Atheros Communications Inc. announced plans to pay about $23 million to buy ZyDAS Technology Corp., a privately held wireless local area network developer based in Taiwan.
“ZyDAS is a proven wireless technology leader with its widely adopted and cost-effective 802.11g and 802.11a/g USB designs,” said Craig Barratt, president and chief executive officer of Atheros. “ZyDAS’ accomplished technical design team and innovative solutions make them a strong complement to Atheros. This acquisition will enhance our world-class engineering team and provide an additional R&D center to support Atheros’ ongoing global expansion into new wireless markets.”
Atheros said it expects the deal to close in the second quarter.
