Marvell Technology, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Celestial AI, a company known for its advanced optical interconnect technology for AI-driven data centres.
As part of the transaction, Celestial AI’s Photonic Fabric platform will be integrated into Marvell’s product portfolio, strengthening its capabilities in AI infrastructure and cloud data centre solutions.
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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Marvell on the acquisition.
Transaction Team
Rob Ishii, Partner
Ethan Lutske, Partner
Ross Tanaka, Partner
Allison Spinner, Partner
Jeana Kim, Partner
JSA Advocates & Solicitors
JSA Advocates & Solicitors advised on the India leg of the transaction, including the transfer of employees and assets from Celestial AI India LLP to Marvell India Private Limited. The firm also assisted with the restatement of Celestial AI India LLP’s LLP agreement following the merger of the parent entities, along with required corporate and regulatory filings in India.
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Probir Roy Chowdhury, Partner
Yajas Setlur, Partner
Bhargavi Kuchewar, Associate
Latham & Watkins LLP
Latham & Watkins represented Celestial AI on the transaction.
Transaction Team
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Jim Morrone, Partner
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Amy Lutfi, Associate
Tim Schubert, Associate
Joanna Yam, Associate
Ariana Alemi, Associate
Genie Yae, Associate
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Strategic Significance
The acquisition will strengthen Marvell’s optical connectivity solutions and expand its portfolio to address the growing demand for high-performance AI infrastructure and data centre technologies.
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