Coopetition in the IoT as Qualcomm Puts Its Trust in Sequans’ IP to Secure the Future of Both Companies

In September 2024, Qualcomm acquired Sequans’ 4G IoT technology for $200M. Under the terms of the agreement, Sequans retains a perpetual license to continue using, commercializing, and advancing its 4G IoT technology.

This paper includes insights from ABI Research, a global technology market research firm, on how this transaction is reshaping the IoT technology landscape.