2005/08/23

Airoha technology named a Red herring 100 Asia company
Award recognizes 100 private companies in Asia that drive the technology industry’s future

Belmont, August 20, 2005 – Airoha Technology today announced that Airoha Technology has been named one of the Red Herring 100 Private Companies of Asia.

“Getting selected for the Red Herring Asia 100 list is quite an achievement,” said Red Herring editor-in-chief Joel Dreyfuss. “We had many strong entries, a reflection of the depth of entrepreneurship that has taken hold in Asia.”

Red Herring’s lists of private companies are an important part of the magazine’s tradition of identifying new and innovative technology companies and entrepreneurs. Companies like Google and eBay were spotted in their early days by Red Herring editors as those that would change the way we live and work.

Red Herring’s editorial staff rigorously evaluated more than 500 private companies through a careful analysis of financial data and subjective criteria, including quality of management, execution of strategy, and dedication to research and development. Red Herring 100 Asia companies will be presenting their business model and strategy at the Red Herring 100 Asia Conference. The conference will take place September 5-7 at the Shangri-La Hotel in Shanghai, China.

About Red Herring 100 Asia Conference

Red Herring 100 Asia Conference is an invitation-only event for CEOs, select senior executives, and Venture Capitalists. Red Herring 100 Asia will bring together executives from mostly private companies. These executives will be joined by senior executives from public companies and Venture Capitalists. Please contact Yi Cao at 650.585.3524 or email ycao@redherring.com if you would like to request an invitation to Red Herring 100 Asia Conference.

About Red Herring

Red Herring is the weekly magazine technology entrepreneurs, investors and industry observers read to stay ahead of the curve and to be better informed about the global marketplace. Red Herring covers technology, innovation, financial strategies, important personalities and trends that are transforming the world of business with unique insight, opinion and forward-looking analysis. Readers turn to Red Herring for knowledge to make strategic decisions, build companies and create a competitive advantage for their businesses. Red Herring articles, blogs, research and event information can be found online at www.redherring.com.

About Airoha

Airoha Technology Corp. is a Taiwan based fabless company that develops highly integrated circuits for wireless communication solutions. Spun-off from BenQ in August 2001, Airoha has the advantage of a built-in customer base, enjoying strong market leadership positions in PC, data communication, cellular, handheld device and WLAN applications. The company is committed to providing high performance, cost-effective and highly integrated RF/mixed signal integrated circuit (IC) solutions, including system level expertise in global system mobile (GSM) and WLAN communications. Product applications include telecommunications and data communications. By integrating proprietary technology processes, the company provides customers with cost effective and high performance solutions. Airoha partners with foundries that are leading radio-frequency semiconductor manufacturers to ensure the best quality products. To learn more about Airoha, please visit http://www.airoha.com.