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Which company owns Bluetooth?

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No single company owns Bluetooth. It is a wireless communication standard managed by a non-profit organization called the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG).

What is the Bluetooth SIG?

The Bluetooth SIG is responsible for:

  • Developing and promoting Bluetooth technology.
  • Defining specifications and standards.
  • Ensuring interoperability between Bluetooth devices.
  • Licensing the Bluetooth trademark.

Who Founded the Bluetooth SIG?

The Bluetooth SIG was founded in 1998 by:

  • Ericsson
  • Intel
  • Nokia
  • Toshiba

The SIG has over 30,000 member companies worldwide.

How Does the Bluetooth SIG Work?

The SIG operates like a consortium where member companies collaborate to:

  • Contribute to the development of the Bluetooth standard.
  • Test and certify Bluetooth products.
  • Promote the use of Bluetooth technology.

The SIG ensures that all Bluetooth devices are compatible and can communicate with each other.

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