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Cadence Augments Verification Solution and Expertise Through Acquisition of VerisitySan Jose, CA , January 12, 2005 -- Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NYSE: CDN) (Nasdaq: CDN), the world's leading supplier of electronic design solutions, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Verisity Ltd. (Nasdaq: VRST), a Mountain View, Calif.-based provider of verification process automation (VPA) solutions. Upon completion of the acquisition, Moshe Gavrielov, CEO of Verisity®, will join the Cadence® executive management team, and Yoav Hollander, founder and CTO, will play an integral role in setting Cadence's verification technology direction. "The global electronics industry is under unprecedented pressure to develop and bring to market innovative products as quickly as possible," said Mike Fister, president and CEO, Cadence Design Systems. "Our acquisition of this highly innovative team and successful business is consistent with Cadence's focus on enabling the world's leading electronics companies to address the demand for increasingly complex systems." "Customers are demanding solutions that automate the entire verification process and make it more predictable from planning to closure," said Gavrielov. "This requires the integration of our VPA solution with a unified verification infrastructure. The combination of the two companies will greatly accelerate the delivery of these integrated solutions." Under the terms of the agreement, Cadence will acquire Verisity in an all-cash transaction. Upon closing of the acquisition, which is subject to customary shareholder and government approvals, Verisity stockholders will receive $12 in cash in exchange for each outstanding share of Verisity stock. About Cadence About Verisity The company's strong market presence is driven by its proven technology, methodology and solid strategic partnerships and programs. Verisity's customer list includes leading companies in all strategic technology sectors. Verisity is a global organization with offices throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. Verisity's principal executive offices are located in Mountain View, California, with its principal research and development offices located in Rosh Ha'ain, Israel. For more information, visit www.verisity.com. Cadence and the Cadence logo are registered trademarks of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.Verisity and the Verisity logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Verisity Design, Inc., in the United States and/or other jurisdictions. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
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