GlobalFoundries Acquires InfiniLink

Cleary Gottlieb represented long-standing client GlobalFoundries U.S. Inc. in its acquisition of InfiniLink Inc.

GlobalFoundries is one of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers, delivering feature-rich process technology solutions that provide leading performance in pervasive high growth markets.

InfiniLink is a startup specializing in advanced optical data connectivity chips, based in Cairo, Egypt. With deep expertise in connectivity chips, InfiniLink brings advanced capabilities in high‑speed connectivity, including SerDes, optical transceiver chipsets and monolithic silicon photonics.

InfiniLink’s engineering talent and IP will enhance GlobalFoundries’ in‑house design capabilities and will help a broad range of customers strengthen their optics roadmaps and design into GlobalFoundries.

The Cleary team included partners Mohamed Taha and Gamal Abouali and associates Rawad Abou Jaoude and Olisa Maduegbuna. Associate Zarinah Mustafa advised on Delaware law matters. Partner Alan Levine and associate Makesi Buddy advised on executive compensation and employee benefits matters. Partner Matt Brigham advised on U.S. tax matters. Senior attorney Jim Corsiglia advised on sanctions and trade controls matters.