Can we assume this the same company mentioned in the editorial posted by wanttoretireearly? The piece mentioned that that deal would take too long to clear? If so, why is it now determined to be a "superior offer"? Was the editorial author incorrect in describing it how he did?

Any speculation as to the company b?

The II-VI deal seemed pretty juicy (*edit I felt very positive and encouraged by the II-VI deal*), if this new offer will "lead to a 'superior offer '" I wonder how great it really is. For Anadigics, and therefore, POET.