Arm is a British multinational semiconductor and software design company headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom. The company specializes in the development of microprocessors, software tools, and other technology used in a wide range of electronic products. Arm was originally founded in November 1990 as Advanced RISC Machines Ltd, a joint venture between Apple, Acorn Computers, and VLSI Technology.

The company initially focused on designing low-power, high-performance microprocessors based on the RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) architecture. Over the years, Arm expanded its product line to include system-on-chip designs, graphics processing units, and software development tools. The company's headquarters in Cambridge, known as Arm's Technology Building, is a state-of-the-art facility that houses research and development teams, as well as other support functions.

This location serves as the hub for Arm's global operations and plays a crucial role in driving innovation and collaboration within the company. Arm's main products and services include the Arm architecture, which is licensed to semiconductor manufacturers who incorporate it into their own products. The company also provides software development tools, system software, and application software for a variety of industries such as automotive, industrial automation, mobile devices, and more.

On a global scale, Arm operates through a network of offices and subsidiaries in many countries, including the United States, Japan, China, India, and Germany. The company has also formed several notable partnerships and joint ventures, such as its collaboration with Fujitsu to develop energy-efficient supercomputers and its partnership with Intel to enable Arm-based chips to run Windows software. In terms of market position, Arm has established itself as a dominant player in the semiconductor industry.

Its chips are widely used in smartphones, tablets, and other consumer electronics devices. Arm's low-power designs have also gained traction in the Internet of Things (IoT) market, where energy efficiency is crucial. Over the years, Arm has achieved several significant milestones.

In 2016, the company was acquired by Softbank Group, a Japanese multinational conglomerate, in a deal worth $32 billion. This acquisition provided Arm with more resources and support to further its growth and expand into new markets. Currently, Arm remains a leader in the semiconductor industry, with its technology powering billions of devices worldwide.

The company continues to innovate and adapt to emerging trends such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, positioning itself for continued success in the future