Impinj, Inc., a global leader in RAIN RFID solutions and Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, has entered a licensing agreement with EM Microelectronic, an industry-recognized semiconductor developer specializing in ultra-low power and low-voltage integrated circuits (ICs). This strategic collaboration will integrate Impinj’s advanced Gen2X technology into upcoming EM Microelectronic endpoint IC products, enhancing performance across a broad range of applications.
The partnership aims to combine Impinj’s protocol-level innovations with EM Microelectronic’s strengths in dual-frequency RFID designs, enabling improved operational capabilities and expanding use cases beyond traditional RAIN RFID deployments.
“We are committed to enabling a broader ecosystem of product and technology providers to deliver powerful solutions to an array of market segments and use cases,” said Gahan Richardson, EVP and General Manager, Impinj Business Unit. “We’re thrilled to extend Gen2X performance advantages to EM Microelectronic, and we look forward to the future innovations that stem from this collaboration.”
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By integrating Gen2X a standards-compatible enhancement to the RAIN RFID protocol into EM Microelectronic’s future endpoint ICs, the two companies expect significant gains in performance and efficiency for both existing and emerging segments. These benefits include faster inventory processing, improved tag-to-reader communication, and broader operational reach across IoT environments.
“Our RAINFC dual-frequency product line greatly extends RFID capability beyond traditional RAIN RFID use cases. Gen2X integration into this and future product lines will further improve performance on proven use cases while opening the door to new industries and segments, delivering unmatched value,” said Pierre Muller, RFID BU leader at EM Microelectronic. “With demonstrated operational benefits and compatibility with Gen2 standards, we see enormous potential for future innovations across segments, leveraging the features and capabilities that Gen2X delivers.”
The next generation of Gen2X-enabled, dual-frequency ICs developed through this agreement are expected to reach commercial availability in 2027, helping to accelerate adoption of high-performance RFID solutions in wearables, logistics, industrial, and consumer markets.