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DTS (Digital Theater Systems) was founded in 1990 by Terry Beard, an audio engineer and Caltech graduate, originally based in Agoura Hills, California. The company pioneered immersive audio technology, gaining prominence when Steven Spielberg selected DTS sound for Jurassic Park (1993), leading to adoption in over 1,000 US theaters. In 2016, DTS was acquired by Tessera Technologies for $850 million, which became Xperi Corporation in 2017. Since 2022, DTS operates under Xperi Inc. (NYSE: XPER), headquartered in San Jose, California. DTS provides cutting-edge audio solutions including DTS:X spatial audio, DTS Headphone:X, DTS Play-Fi wireless audio, and DTS AutoStage automotive entertainment. With 30+ years of innovation, DTS technology enhances audio experiences in mobile devices, home theaters, cinemas, and automobiles, dedicated to 'making the world sound better' for millions globally.