Altera has entered a new chapter of growth after Silver Lake acquired a majority stake in the company. Silver Lake now holds 51 percent of Altera’s equity, while Intel Corporation maintains a 49 percent interest. This shift marks Altera’s emergence as the world’s largest standalone provider of field-programmable gate array (FPGA) solutions, a move designed to unlock fresh resources and independence for faster innovation.
As an independent FPGA specialist, Altera will continue to develop its full software and hardware stack for engineers and system designers. At the heart of its product lineup is the Agilex family, which delivers programmable silicon optimized for artificial intelligence workloads. By lowering the cost of entry and enhancing efficiency, these devices enable organizations to deploy AI-powered systems without the typical trade-offs in speed, reliability, or security.
Beyond AI, Altera’s portfolio spans applications in industrial control, audio and video processing, robotics, aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and edge computing. Its software tools and development kits simplify the process of customizing FPGA hardware to meet each customer’s performance requirements. This ease of use accelerates time-to-market for new products, allowing teams to focus on unique features rather than wrestling with complex integration challenges.
A key advantage of the Silver Lake investment lies in the reinforced supply chain and manufacturing flexibility. Altera will continue to partner with leading foundries and node technologies worldwide, ensuring consistent access to the latest semiconductor processes. That geographic and technological diversity empowers customers to source hardware with confidence, regardless of shifting market conditions or regional constraints.
Silver Lake’s track record in scaling and transforming semiconductor businesses brings operational guidance and capital backing to Altera’s independent roadmap. With hands-on support, Altera plans to increase research and development investments, expand customer support resources, and accelerate the delivery of software updates and IP libraries. This collaboration aims to strengthen Altera’s role as a strategic partner for companies building next-generation electronic systems.
KEY QUOTES:
“We are thrilled to partner with Silver Lake as this transformative investment positions us to accelerate innovation and reinforce our leadership in the FPGA market at a time when AI applications are fueling demand for programmable logic. We are laser-focused on optimizing our portfolio and unleashing the great innovation and talent of this organization to support the evolving needs of customers looking to capitalize on the significant opportunities presented by AI.”
Altera CEO Raghib Hussain
“Altera is uniquely positioned at the forefront of the FPGA industry and AI revolution. Our investment reflects our confidence in Altera’s technology leadership, its commitment to deliver for customers, and its significant growth potential. We are proud to support Raghib and the talented Altera team as they embark on this exciting next chapter.”
Kenneth Hao, Silver Lake Chairman and Managing Partner
