➀ Synopsys obtained Chinese regulatory approval for its $35 billion acquisition of Ansys, creating a comprehensive design platform spanning chip and system simulation;

➁ The merged entity integrates Synopsys' EDA tools with Ansys' multiphysics simulation, enabling AI-driven co-optimization for chips, AI processors, and automotive systems;

➂ Regulatory scrutiny persists with China mandating license flexibility and interoperability, potentially reshaping the global EDA competitive landscape.