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Softbank Is Betting $32 Billion on ARM That the Internet of Things Will Pay Out

The good news, for SoftBank and ARM, is that it’s got as good a chance as anybody to do just that. “[ARM] processors are ideally suited for IoT applications,” says Parks Associates Research Director Tom Kerber, citing their efficiency and affordability. The same strengths that helped ARM take over the world’s smartphones will help it do the same with connected devices.

From the article "Softbank Is Betting $32 Billion on ARM That the Internet of Things Will Pay Out" by Brian Barrett.

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