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Pokemon Go Offers Glimpse Into $32 Billion SoftBank-ARM Deal

  • Chip designer holds dominant position in mobile semiconductors
  • Masayoshi Son places his biggest bet yet on connected devices

What SoftBank Actually Gains from ARM Deal

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Every time a Pokemon Go fan drains a smartphone battery chasing virtual monsters, it’s a reminder that chip technology has a long way to go.

The company poised to push the boundaries of mobile computing is ARM Holdings Plc, which has built a business designing chips that squeeze the most out of limited battery capacity on mobile devices, dominating 85 percent of the market.

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Pokemon Go Offers Glimpse Into $32 Billion SoftBank-ARM Deal