Samsung’s technology growth is highlighted by key acquisitions that have expanded its capabilities. These deals have helped Samsung advance in areas like mobile payments, artificial intelligence, and smart home tech. These strategic moves have allowed Samsung to stay ahead of technology trends and address evolving consumer demands, reinforcing its leadership in the tech industry. By continuously broadening its technological expertise, Samsung strengthens its market position and drives innovation in the tech world.
Notable Acquisitions
- Oxford Semantic Technologies (Jul 2024) – Semantic technology.
- Cynora (Jun 2022) – OLED technology.
- Corephotonics (Jan 2019) – Camera technology.
- Zhilabs (Oct 2018) – Network analytics.
- Fluenty (Nov 2017) – Conversational AI.
- Viv (Oct 2016) – Artificial intelligence.
- SmartThings (Jul 2014) – Smart home technology.
- LoopPay (Feb 2015) – Mobile payment technology.
- Harman (Nov 2016) – Automotive and connected technologies.
- AdGear (Jun 2015) – Advertising technology.
List of Samsung Company Acquisitions:
| S. No. | Acquiree Name | Price | Announced Date |
| 1 | Oxford Semantic Technologies | – | Jul 16, 2024 |
| 2 | Cynora | $300M | Jun 28, 2022 |
| 3 | Teleworld Solutions | – | Jan 13, 2020 |
| 4 | Corephotonics | $155M | Jan 28, 2019 |
| 5 | Zhilabs | – | Oct 17, 2018 |
| 6 | Kngine | $275K | Mar 06, 2018 |
| 7 | Fluenty | – | Nov 28, 2017 |
| 8 | Innoetics | – | Jul 10, 2017 |
| 9 | Vrb | $5.5M | Jun 16, 2017 |
| 10 | Melaud | – | Feb 15, 2017 |
| 11 | Perch | – | Feb 03, 2017 |
| 12 | Qd Vision | – | Nov 23, 2016 |
| 13 | Newnet Communication Technologies | – | Nov 15, 2016 |
| 14 | Harman | $8B | Nov 14, 2016 |
| 15 | Tachyon | – | Oct 27, 2016 |
| 16 | Viv | – | Oct 05, 2016 |
| 17 | Dacor | – | Aug 10, 2016 |
| 18 | Joyent | – | Jun 16, 2016 |
| 19 | Adgear | – | Jun 16, 2016 |
| 20 | Yesco Electronics | – | Mar 17, 2015 |
| 21 | Looppay | – | Feb 18, 2015 |
| 22 | Simpress | – | Jan 30, 2015 |
| 23 | Proximal Data | – | Nov 02, 2014 |
| 24 | Printeron | – | Sep 02, 2014 |
| 25 | Smartthings | $200M | Jul 14, 2014 |
| 26 | Shelby.Tv | – | Jun 05, 2014 |
| 27 | Novaled | $347M | Aug 09, 2013 |
| 28 | Boxee | $30M | Jul 03, 2013 |
| 29 | Movl | – | May 06, 2013 |
| 30 | Neurologica | – | Jan 29, 2013 |
| 31 | Nvelo | – | Dec 15, 2012 |
| 32 | Nanoradio | – | Jun 01, 2012 |
| 33 | Mspot | – | May 09, 2012 |
| 34 | Zigzag Software | – | Dec 01, 2011 |
| 35 | Nexus Dx | – | Nov 15, 2011 |
| 36 | Grandis | – | Aug 01, 2011 |
| 37 | Liquavista | – | Jan 19, 2011 |
| 38 | Clairvoyante | – | Mar 01, 2008 |
| 39 | Genoa Color Technologies | – | Aug 09, 2007 |