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MicroVision to acquire Luminar's lidar assets for $33M in cash; court approves
MICROVISION, INC.
- Cash purchase price $33M for IP, inventory, key talent, and commercial contracts for Luminar's Iris and Halo lidar sensors.
- MicroVision selected as winning bidder in Section 363 bankruptcy court auction; court approved agreement Jan 27, 2026.
- Closing expected Feb 2, 2026; transaction to be funded from MicroVision's existing cash.
- CEO Glen DeVos says acquisition accelerates commercial objectives and consolidates lidar market.