5V Technologies

5V Technologies Ltd. ("5VT") seeks to become a leading fabless developer of versatile and complete system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions that address a myriad of applications in the broadband communications market, with an initial focus on the fast developing VoIP and Wifi phone markets. 5VT is currently developing a 32-bit MCU SoC with system software... that is being targeted at ODM/OEM VOIP/Wifi phone manufacturers, of which the world's largest are in Taiwan. Founded in California in 2003 by a team of experienced IC designers and marketers, 5VT intends to conduct its R&D and production activities from its ASIC design center in Taipei and marketing and sales from offices in Taiwan, California, and PRC. The barriers to entry to the Wifi/VOIP chip market are high, as the development of such chips requires substantial IC design and related technical expertise, as well as a detailed understanding of customer requirements. As a result, there are only two chipmakers, Texas Instruments (TI) and Broadcom, currently selling VOIP/Wifi chipsets in any significant volume. 5V seeks to leverage upon its deep technical expertise, combined with is founders' close relationships with key VOIP ODM/OEMs to establish a meaningful market position.Read More