The AI shift is leaving traditional compute vendors behind
Bending metal: The future of Taiwan's electronics complex
Intel's 18A node enters risk production, paving the way for Panther Lake
18A node production begins ramping up
New Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan takes the reins with a familiar but faster plan
New leadership, same mission
Intel shows off in-game AI assistant running on Core Ultra 200HX
Gaming AI assistants are coming, but remain unproven
Intel's comeback plan: Panther Lake in 2025, Nova Lake in 2026, says CEO Lip-Bu Tan
18A node at heart of Intel's push, Tan doubles down on product delivery
SK hynix finalizes acquisition of Intel's NAND business, takes full control of Solidigm
Intel's exit from NAND market marks another strategic pivot to growth areas
What just happened? Intel and SK hynix have finalized an $8.85 billion deal that transfers Intel's NAND flash memory business to the South Korean semiconductor giant, marking the completion of a multi-year transaction that began in 2020. The final phase of the acquisition concluded with SK hynix making a $1.9 billion payment to Intel.
Unlikely, but Nvidia's next gaming GPUs could be built using Intel's 18A process
Intel is also eyeing Broadcom as a customer
Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger named executive chairman at faith-based tech firm
"The intersection of technology and faith"
European coalition pushes for second Chips Act funding to boost semiconductor sector
The first European Chips Act was only partially successful
Intel's new CEO lands $66M pay deal, with stock performance conditions
Tan's package is standard compared to other tech CEOs
Intel's Panther Lake CPU spotted at Embedded World 2025, giving us an early look at the next-gen chip
"Panther Lake" Core Ultra Xe3 GPU promises a major graphics leap
Chip industry veteran Lip-Bu Tan is Intel's new CEO
New leader wants to turn Intel into a "world-class foundry"
Something to look forward to: Intel's years-long struggle to stay competitive in the semiconductor market worsened last year as the company lost billions, forcing out CEO Pat Gelsinger. While the strategic direction of his successor remains unclear, early statements suggest that Intel will maintain its commitment to foundries, even as rivals propose partnerships and others question whether Intel should stay in the foundry market.
TSMC seeks Intel foundry stake in joint venture with Nvidia, AMD, Broadcom, and Qualcomm
TSMC would run Intel's foundry division operations
Intel embraces the multi-foundry approach, currently outsourcing 30% of its wafer production to TSMC
Intel sees TSMC as a key supplier while refining its foundry model
Judge dismisses shareholder lawsuit against Intel over $7 billion foundry losses
Intel continues to face other lawsuits over its foundry business
Nvidia and Broadcom are testing Intel's 18A capabilities, but future deals remain uncertain
Intel fights for foundry relevance
Former Intel CEO has a radical solution for the company: Fire the board and rehire Pat Gelsinger
He also advises against breaking up Intel now that it's regaining edge
Intel pushes back Ohio chip plant opening to 2030, citing market conditions
The plant is expected to use advanced process technologies when it finally opens
China accuses Taiwan of "selling out" its semiconductor industry to the US
Would Taiwan give away TSMC to secure Trump's backing?
Intel and Samsung Display join forces to develop tailor-made screens for AI PCs
Details are slim at the moment
Apparently AMD has blocking rights for any acquisition of Intel. If a deal were to happen, what would AMD ask for?
The x86 wish list: Complexities of an imaginary Intel takeover
Editor's take: We are frequently asked some version of the question, "Will someone acquire Intel?" At this point, we think it is highly unlikely, but these are unpredictable times. Setting aside all the principal considerations – like money, strategy, and regulatory approval – there are a few other hurdles. Chief among these is Intel's license for x86.
Intel says 18A process is ready, tape-out confirmed for the first half of 2025
Can Intel's first 2nm-class process node save the day?
Why it matters: As Intel's chip design and foundry businesses face mounting pressure that could jeopardize the company's future, much is riding on the success of its upcoming 18A node. As Intel finalizes its latest semiconductor process, 2025 will be a decisive year for its efforts to legitimize its foundry division and regain competitiveness against TSMC and Samsung.
Intel's $13B foundry loss raises stakes for potential TSMC partnership
Can TSMC save Intel's foundry business?
In context: Once the undisputed leader in semiconductor manufacturing, Intel now finds itself at a critical juncture as its foundry operations face significant financial challenges. It remains uncertain whether a deal with TSMC can rescue Intel's foundry business, but without it the company – better known in its heyday as "Chipzilla" – must find a way to address its manufacturing challenges and financial losses.
Microsoft drops Windows 11 24H2 support for 8th, 9th, and 10th-gen Intel CPUs – but only for OEMs
Consumers don't need to worry
Intel considers breakup as Broadcom and TSMC explore separate deals
Broadcom is eying Intel's chip design business while TSMC considers manufacturing arm