HCLTech and Dolphin Semiconductor Join Forces to Build Next-Gen Energy-Efficient Chips

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HCLTech, a global technology leader, has entered into a strategic partnership with Dolphin Semiconductor, a specialist in low-power semiconductor intellectual property, to jointly develop energy-efficient chip solutions. This alliance aims to support enterprises in meeting the rising need for energy-saving yet high-performance semiconductor designs amid growing digital complexity and connectivity.

HCLTech will integrate Dolphin Semiconductor’s advanced low-power IP into its system-on-chip (SoC) design processes, combining its engineering expertise in SoC architecture and development. This collaboration is expected to produce scalable and power-optimized chips that lower energy consumption without compromising processing strength, suited to a wide range of applications and workloads.

Pierre-Marie Dell’Accio, Executive Vice President of Engineering at Dolphin Semiconductor, said the partnership will broaden the reach of their low-power IP across numerous sectors and customers, helping to advance energy-efficient computing—from IoT devices to large-scale data centers.

Hari Sadarahalli, Corporate Vice President and Head of Engineering and R&D Services at HCLTech, noted that as artificial intelligence demands rise and data volumes increase, the collaboration will enable clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions with agility, high performance, and a strong focus on sustainability.

Dolphin Semiconductor offers a portfolio of semiconductor IPs, focusing on mixed-signal design for markets including Industrial, High-Performance Computing, Consumer Electronics, IoT, and Automotive sectors. Their technologies cover areas such as power management, high-fidelity audio, power metering, and design safety, enabling customers to accelerate development timelines, reduce time-to-market, and create products that meet industry challenges while supporting environmental sustainability. Dolphin Semiconductor is recognized for its customer-focused approach and commitment to ensuring project success.

HCLTech is a global technology company employing more than 226,600 professionals across 60 countries, with strengths in AI, digital transformation, engineering, cloud and software. The company supports clients across major industries such as financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, semiconductors, telecom, retail, mobility and the public sector. For the 12 months ending September 2025, HCLTech reported consolidated revenues of $14.2 billion.