Vertex Growth announces commitment of €10M investment in Dolphin Semiconductor to accelerate growth strategy Singapore, Meylan (France) and Montreal (Canada) – April 15th, 2025 – Vertex Growth, a Singapore-based growth-stage venture capital fund, today announced a commitment of €10M in Dolphin Semiconductor, a leading provider of semiconductor IP solutions specializing in mixed-signal IP design. This investment will further support and accelerate the execution of Dolphin Semiconductor’s growth strategy.  Vertex Growth is a growth-stage venture capital fund anchored by Vertex Holdings, a subsidiary of global investment firm Temasek. The fund is dedicated to investing in high potential companies on the cusp of scaling-up. With a strong track record of supporting technology-driven companies, Vertex Growth’s investment reinforces Dolphin Semiconductor’s commitment to advancing semiconductor innovation on a global scale.  Dolphin Semiconductor aims to expand its operations to meet the growing demand for advanced semiconductor IP across key markets, including Industrial, High-Performance Computing, Consumer Electronics, IoT and Automotive. This funding will go toward strengthening R&D, enhancing commercial activities, and allowing consolidation opportunities.   As previously announced in November 2024, Jolt Capital, a private equity firm specializing in growth deeptech, committed to invest €26M in tranches to support Dolphin Semiconductor’s scale-up phase. With this additional funding from Vertex Growth, Dolphin Semiconductor is now positioned to further accelerate its expansion plans and also leverage the Vertex global platform to seek partners and build business relationships, particularly in Asia.  “We are excited to be part of Dolphin Semiconductor together with our long-time collaborator Jolt Capital. Dolphin has assembled an incredible team of business leaders and talented analogue/mixed-signal IP designers for integrated circuits. This company has a long history of developing industry-leading IPs, especially in power management and data conversion which are essential components in almost every modern semiconductor. Dolphin has a rich pipeline of new IPs, developing self-adaptive and battery-less power management technologies such as the SIMO, on-chip monitoring as well as advanced audio solutions, including Class-D amplifiers, ultra-low power codecs to cater to ultra-low power and high-performance SoCs. We look forward to supporting Dolphin’s growth especially in Asia and contributing to the ongoing evolution of the global semiconductor industry.” said Hock Chuan Tam, General Partner at Vertex Growth.   “This investment from Vertex Growth is a major milestone for Dolphin Semiconductor, » said Laurent Monge, CEO of Dolphin Semiconductor. « Beyond financial support, Vertex brings strategic value through its extensive network in Asia, which will be instrumental in accelerating our global growth and market penetration.”   “Seeing that Jolt Capital’s long time Singaporean partner Vertex Growth is now joining the Dolphin Semiconductor’s journey is wonderful news indeed. As we are solidifying the company’s presence in North America and Europe, we also see a great opportunity in expanding further throughout Asia, and what better platform than Vertex Growth to get this ball rolling: they don’t just bring capital to the table, but also an amazing ability to open new doors and vibrant markets”, said Pierre Garnier, Managing Partner at Jolt Capital.  With strong backing from both Jolt Capital and Vertex Growth, Dolphin Semiconductor is set to drive innovation, expand its global footprint, and strengthen its leadership in the semiconductor IP industry.  About Vertex Growth Vertex Growth is dedicated to partnering with exceptional entrepreneurs and promising companies on the cusp of growth. The firm provides expansion capital to realize the companies’ vision of creating a category champion that is enduring and transformational. Part of the Vertex global network of venture capital funds, Vertex Growth accesses opportunities emerging from the leading innovation hubs across the world and drive significant value by working closely with the Vertex ecosystem of portfolio companies and partners.   https://www.vertexgrowth.com About Dolphin Semiconductor Dolphin Semiconductor is a leading provider of semiconductor IP solutions, specializing in mixed signal IP design targeting markets such as Industrial, High-Performance Computing, Consumer Electronics, IoT and Automotive. Dolphin Semiconductor cutting-edge technology IPs in power management, high-quality audio, power metering, and design safety/robustness, allow their customers to accelerate design cycles, foster faster time-to-market and build products that address the challenges of any industry and support a more sustainable world. With a customer-centric approach, Dolphin Semiconductor provides exceptional support for successful project outcomes.  dolphin-semiconductor.com   Media inquiries General media contact(Steele&Holt)jolt@steeleandholt.com+33 633 738 516 H/Advisors klareco-vertex@h-advisors.global  At Dolphin Semiconductor:Charlotte Reverandcharlotte.reverand@dolphin.fr+33 772 457 857

Sofics and Dolphin Semiconductor Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate IC Development for IoT, Wireless, and Automotive Applications Gistel, Belgium and Meylan, France – March 18, 2025 – Sofics, a leading provider of specialty I/O and on-chip electrostatic discharge (ESD) solutions, and Dolphin Semiconductor, a leading provider of semiconductor IP solutions specializing in mixed signal IP design, today announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing integrated circuit (IC) designs for customers in key sectors such as IoT, wireless, and automotive. This partnership leverages the complementary nature of both companies’ IP offerings. Sofics’ specialty I/O and ESD protection IP, proven in over 5 billion chips, will work alongside Dolphin Semiconductor’s expertise in power management, in-situ monitors, high-quality audio, power metering and design robustness. Together, the two companies will offer IC design groups access to best-in-class IP solutions that enable faster time-to-market, greater design flexibility, and increased performance robustness. Under this collaboration, Sofics and Dolphin Semiconductor will refer customers to each other for relevant IP needs, ensuring that IC design groups can source optimized solutions for their specific project requirements, from custom I/Os and ESD protection to power-efficient computing and enhanced safety features. “By partnering with Dolphin Semiconductor, we are providing our customers with a more complete IP solution, especially in sectors where performance, reliability, and time-to-market are critical,” said Bart Keppens, Chief Business Development at Sofics. “Our combined expertise enables IC designers to tackle the most challenging applications in automotive, wireless, and IoT markets with confidence.” Dolphin Semiconductor’s market-leading technologies, such as ultra-low power solutions and its audio processing IP platform, are well-suited to meet the growing demands of a connected world, while Sofics’ I/O and ESD provide the reliability and protection needed to ensure product longevity in harsh environments. “Joining forces with Sofics enables us to offer our customers additional value through proven I/O and ESD protection that complements our power management offers,” said Hakim Jaafar, VP Marketing & Application Lab at Dolphin Semiconductor. “This partnership will help IC design teams achieve higher performance and reliability, while minimizing development time and costs.” Watch the webinar About Dolphin Semiconductor   Dolphin Semiconductor is a leading provider of semiconductor IP solutions, specializing in mixed signal IP design targeting markets such as Industrial, High-Performance Computing, Consumer Electronics, IoT and Automotive. Dolphin Semiconductor cutting-edge technology IPs in power management, high-quality audio, power metering, and design safety/robustness, allow their customers to accelerate design cycles, foster faster time-to-market and build products that address the challenges of any industry and support a more sustainable world. With a customer-centric approach, Dolphin Semiconductor provides exceptional support for successful project outcomes.  About Sofics Sofics is an independent IP provider specializing in on-chip ESD solutions. With a track record of proven IP across various foundries and process nodes, Sofics’ technology has been integrated into more than 5000 tape outs from customers worldwide. Its solutions are critical to ensuring the robustness and performance of ICs in a wide range of applications, including automotive, IoT, and wireless. For more information, visit www.sofics.com Media contacts:  Charlotte Reverand Dolphin Design Communication Manager  charlotte.reverand@dolphin.fr  

Dolphin Semiconductor Provides High-Performance LDO Regulators in TSMC 22nm to Ingenic for IPC Applications Meylan, France – Feb. 26th, 2025 – Dolphin Semiconductor is proud to announce its collaboration with Ingenic, a key player in the high performance SoC design in China. Dolphin Semiconductor will provide Low Dropout (LDO) regulators in TSMC® 22nm to Ingenic for camera applications, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in power management IP solutions. Ingenic, a Chinese fabless semiconductor company based in Beijing, selected Dolphin Semiconductor for its deep expertise in power management, its robust and reliable design tailored for IP (Internet Protocol) camera applications, and its ability to ensure optimal regulation performance—critical for advanced imaging and processing systems. “Dolphin’s LDOs precisely meet our technical specifications in low-power scenarios. We work together to make our product highly competitive in the low-power applications, and we are extremely grateful for Dolphin’s professional and great support. I believe we will certainly keep cooperation and support each other in the future.” said Silvia Yan, COO at Ingenic. “At Dolphin Semiconductor, we focus on delivering robust and highly efficient power management solutions tailored for high-performance applications,” said Hakim Jaafar, VP Marketing & Support at Dolphin Semiconductor. “Our collaboration with Ingenic underscores our shared commitment to reliability, precision, and optimized power efficiency—key factors in semiconductor design that drive real-world performance”. By integrating Dolphin Semiconductor’s high-performance LDO regulators, Ingenic aims to enhance the stability, low power consumption, and performance of its IPC semiconductor solutions. This collaboration underscores the growing demand for high-performance and energy-efficient power management solutions in IPC applications, where stable power regulation is essential for advanced camera processing. About Dolphin Semiconductor   Dolphin Semiconductor is a leading provider of semiconductor IP solutions, specializing in mixed signal IP design targeting markets such as Industrial, High-Performance Computing, Consumer Electronics, IoT and Automotive. Dolphin Semiconductor cutting-edge technology IPs in power management, high-quality audio, power metering, and design safety/robustness, allow their customers to accelerate design cycles, foster faster time-to-market and build products that address the challenges of any industry and support a more sustainable world. With a customer-centric approach, Dolphin Semiconductor provides exceptional support for successful project outcomes.  About Ingenic  Ingenic Semiconductor Co., Ltd was founded in 2005. Based on the innovative CPU design technology of the founding team, the company quickly achieved industrialization of SoC chips in the consumer electronics market. In May 2011, Ingenic went public on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange’s Growth Enterprise Market (stock code: 300223). Ingenic has continued to invest in computing technologies such as processor technology, multimedia technology, and AI technology. Its chips have gained a solid and broad market presence in the fields of intelligent video surveillance, AIoT, industrial and consumer electronics, biometric identification, and education electronics. In 2020, Ingenic completed the acquisition of ISSI (Integrated Silicon Solution, Inc.) in the United States. ISSI provides high-quality and highly reliable memory products for automotive, industrial, and medical applications, including SRAM, DRAM, NOR Flash, 2D NAND Flash, and eMMC. Its customers are spread across the globe. Ingenic will integrate its accumulated computing technology of over a decade with ISSI’s over 30 years of experience in memory, analog, and interconnect technologies. Leveraging the company’s complete automotive-grade chip quality and service system, Ingenic will continue to contribute to the development of the automotive, industrial, AIoT, and other industries. Media contacts:  Charlotte Reverand Dolphin Design Communication Manager  charlotte.reverand@dolphin.fr  

Dolphin Semiconductor Strengthens its Governance with Two Key Board Appointments Meylan, France and Montreal, Canada – February 4, 2025 – Dolphin Semiconductor, a leading provider of semiconductor IP solutions specializing in mixed-signal IP design, is announcing today the appointment of Robert LeFort as Chairman of the Board and Shelly Van Dyke as an independent Board member. These strategic appointments aim to strengthen the company’s governance and drive its growth strategy. Following the recent appointment of Claude Jean, Senior Vice President of Teledyne Imaging, as an independent Board member in December 2024, Dolphin Semiconductor continues to strengthen its Board of Directors with recognized industry leaders. The addition of Robert LeFort and Shelly Van Dyke to its Board of Directors highlights the commitment to advancing its international growth strategy, fostering innovation, and strengthening its leadership in the semiconductor industry. Robert LeFort, former President of Infineon Technologies North America, assumes the role of Chairman of the Board. Dolphin Semiconductor strategy development and governance will highly benefit from his deep understanding of the semiconductor industry and its key actors, as well as his Board experience. “I look forward to be a part of the transformation of Dolphin Semiconductor, strengthening its position as a world class provider of semiconductor IP partnering with the most influential technology leaders in the world.” Shelly Van Dyke, Vice President of Strategy, Analog & Automotive Embedded Systems at NXP Semiconductors, joins the board as an independent member. With her extensive experience in strategic planning and M&A within the semiconductor sector, she brings a wealth of knowledge that will support Dolphin Semiconductor’s ambition to scale up. “I am excited to work with the Dolphin Semiconductor team in their next chapter of growth, building on their impressive track record of energy efficient and innovative IP designs. » « We are thrilled to welcome Robert LeFort and Shelly Van Dyke to our board of directors, » said Laurent Monge, CEO of Dolphin Semiconductor. « Their extensive experience and proven expertise will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Dolphin Semiconductor. Their contributions will help us achieve our ambitious goals and continue to innovate in the semiconductor industry. »   These appointments underscore Dolphin Semiconductor’s dedication to accelerating its journey in delivering cutting-edge, energy-efficient semiconductor IP solutions in all regions. Following these appointments, the Dolphin Semiconductor Board of Directors is composed of:· Robert LeFort, Chairman of the Board· Pierre Garnier, Managing Partner, Jolt Capital· Maxime Mallet, General Partner, Jolt Capital· Clement Bourgogne, Investment Director, Canada, Jolt Capital· Claude Jean, independent Board member· Shelly Van Dyke, independent Board member About Dolphin Semiconductor   Dolphin Semiconductor is a leading provider of semiconductor IP solutions, specializing in mixed signal IP design targeting markets such as Industrial, High-Performance Computing, Consumer Electronics, IoT and Automotive. Dolphin Semiconductor cutting-edge technology IPs in power management, high-quality audio, power metering, and design safety/robustness, allow their customers to accelerate design cycles, foster faster time-to-market and build products that address the challenges of any industry and support a more sustainable world. With a customer-centric approach, Dolphin Semiconductor provides exceptional support for successful project outcomes.  About Robert LeFort Robert (Bob) LeFort retired from Infineon Technologies in July 2023 where he was President, Infineon Technologies Americas Corp. Bob led Infineon Americas starting in January 2015 after the acquisition of International Rectifier. Bob also led the integration of Cypress Semiconductor closed in April 2020. Bob previously was Corporate Vice President, Strategy and M&A based in Munich after re-joining the company in 2013. Prior to his return to Infineon, Bob was the CEO of Ember Corporation which was acquired by Silicon Labs in 2012.Bob has served on nonprofit boards and advisory committees. He is also currently on the Board of Directors for Boreas Technologies.LeFort holds an MBA with High Honors from Boston University and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Summa Cum Laude from the University of Massachusetts at Lowell. About Shelly Van Dyke Shelly Van Dyke is Vice President & Head of Strategy, Automotive Microcontrollers & Processors Business and Automotive Segment at NXP Semiconductors. She has over 25 years of experience in engineering, strategy and strategic finance for the semiconductor industry and the technology supply chain. Career highlights include the start-up of the NXP Oak Hill fab, Freescale’s Initial Public Offerings, serving on the Board of the World Semiconductor Trade Statistics industry association, and the NXP-Freescale merger integration. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from UT Austin, and a Master’s in Business Administration from Regis University.  Media inquiries Contact Media (Steele&Holt) jolt@steeleandholt.com +33 6 33 73 85 16 Dolphin Semiconductor: Charlotte Reverand (Communication Manager)charlotte.reverand@dolphinsemi.com +33 7 72 45 78 57 Jolt Capital: Philippe Perez (Head of Marketing) philippe.perez@jolt-capital.com +33 6 23 82 67 19