Cadence Design Systems’ Q1 results reflected continued momentum in electronic design automation, with management crediting robust demand for AI-driven and agentic solutions across chip design and system analysis. CEO Anirudh Devgan highlighted a record $8 billion backlog and strong customer confidence in Cadence’s expanding AI portfolio, especially as chip and system complexity rises. The company also pointed to accelerated adoption of its digital, custom, and IP platforms, citing successful cus