Infineon

German semiconductor manufacturer (Germany's largest in 2023) designing and manufacturing devices for automotive, power, and security systems. Spun off from Siemens in 1999; initially focused on memory (spun out as Qimonda in 2006, bankrupt 2009); pleaded guilty in mid-2000s to DRAM and smart card price-fixing conspiracies. Restructured into three business areas by 2026: Automotive (ATV), Power Systems (PS), and Edge Systems (ES). Ranks among top ten semiconductor manufacturers worldwide. ~57,000 employees in 2025.