Jeff Farrow was quoted in IAM on the resolution of a high-profile trade secrets dispute between IBM and GlobalFoundries. This closely watched case centered on allegations of misappropriation tied to advanced semiconductor technologies. Jeff noted that this resolution likely stemmed from a shared understanding that collaboration—not litigation—better aligned with both companies’ goals of innovation and strengthening the semiconductor industry. His takeaway? Businesses must conduct thorough due diligence when partnering with competitors to minimize risks, better positioning them to unlock opportunities to create groundbreaking technologies and drive business growth.