Today we’re sharing some truly exciting news: Arduino has entered into an agreement to join the Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. family!

This is a huge step in our journey – one that allows us to keep growing, thriving, and making technology accessible to everyone, while bringing our values of openness, simplicity, and community spirit to an even bigger stage. Together, Arduino and Qualcomm Technologies will ignite developer enthusiasm across the globe. Curious about all the official details? Find the full press release here.

The closing of this transaction is subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions.

Source: A new chapter for Arduino – with Qualcomm, UNO Q, and you!  | Arduino Blog

So all those EU people buying US stocks are funding this kind of behavior.