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Fifty years after its debut, the MOS Technology 6502 microprocessor remains in production—a testament to its revolutionary design. We explore how this $25 chip powered the Apple II, Commodore 64, and Nintendo Entertainment System while outlasting rivals like the Z80.

Despite widespread frustration with legacy electronic design automation tools, startups repeatedly fail to disrupt the Cadence-Synopsys-Mentor stronghold. The real barrier isn't technology but an intricate web of fab certifications and process complexity that protects incumbents. Emerging players now pursue survival through complementary tools while navigating acquisition traps and legal minefields.