Rambus (NASDAQ:RMBS) Inc. (NASDAQ: RMBS) is a technology licensing company specializing in the development and commercialization of high‐performance memory and interface intellectual property (IP), as well as security solutions for connected devices. Founded in 1990 by Dr. Mike Farmwald and Dr. Mark Horowitz, Rambus pioneered innovations in dynamic random‐access memory (DRAM) architecture and has since built a broad portfolio of patents covering memory interface standards, encryption engines, and hardware‐based security technologies.
The company’s core offerings are organized into two primary segments: Memory and Interfaces, and Security and Crypto. In the Memory and Interfaces segment, Rambus provides IP for DDR, LPDDR, GDDR and High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) systems, enabling memory performance and power efficiency enhancements in data centers, networking equipment, graphics cards and mobile devices. The Security and Crypto segment delivers hardware‐rooted security IP including true random number generators, cryptographic cores, and secure root‐of‐trust solutions designed to protect IoT devices, automotive systems, payment terminals and cloud infrastructures from emerging cyber threats.
Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Rambus maintains research, development and licensing operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company collaborates with leading semiconductor manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and standards bodies to drive next‐generation memory and security protocols that address the demands of artificial intelligence, 5G connectivity, autonomous vehicles and edge computing applications.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Luc Seraphin, Rambus continues to focus on advancing its technology roadmap and expanding strategic partnerships. By leveraging its long history of innovation and comprehensive patent portfolio, the company aims to deliver differentiated IP solutions that accelerate product development cycles, reduce integration risks and strengthen hardware security in an increasingly connected world.
