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MXIM: designs, develops, manufactures and markets a range of linear and mixed-signal integrated circuits, commonly referred to as analog circuits, for a large number of customers in diverse geographical locations. Maxim's linear and mixed signal products serve four end-markets: industrial, communications, consumer and computing. The Company manufactures its own wafers and utilizes third-party silicon foundries to produce wafers. The majority of processed wafers are subjected to parametric and functional testing at its facilities. In addition, hybrid and module products are manufactured using a multi-chip technology featuring thin-film, laser-trimmed resistors and other active or passive components.

MBTHF: Canada-based company focused on renewal of a semiconductor licensee, expanding the number of licensees to its wireless portfolio and preparing for discussions with licensees to its microcomponent and communications portfolios. MOSAID conducts its business through multiple departments: Patent Licensing, Patent Acquisition, Patent Administration and Technology research and development (R&D). The mandate of the Licensing department is to monetize the t portfolio asset by entering into licensing agreements with third parties and to lead the mining activity that can be used in licensing or other monetization activities. The mandate of the Patent Acquisition department is to evaluate and acquire patents. The Patent Administration department is responsible for filing patent applications, prosecuting pending patent applications and maintaining patent filings. The mandate of the Technology R&D department is to generate technology for the Company.

INTC: a semiconductor chip maker, developing advanced integrated digital technology products, primarily integrated circuits, for industries, such as computing and communications. The Company designs and manufactures computing and communications components, such as microprocessors, chipsets, motherboards, and wireless and wired connectivity products, as well as platforms that incorporate these components. It operates in nine operating segments: PC Client Group, Data Center Group, Embedded and Communications Group, Digital Home Group, Ultra-Mobility Group, NAND Solutions Group, Wind River Software Group, Software and Services Group and Digital Health Group. During the fiscal year ended December 26, 2009 (fiscal 2009), it acquired Wind River Systems, Inc. In May 2010, Micron Technology, Inc. acquired Numonyx B.V. In November 2010, the Company acquired CognoVision.