Chip Factory is a Never-Ending Story

Troubled Chipzilla has again postponed the grand opening of its much-anticipated semiconductor manufacturing plant in Ohio.

Last thing it needs

With all its current woes, the last thing that Intel needs is a rival going after its telecom business, but 2025 has bought just that.

There has to be some government approval first

Taiwan's Economy Minister, Kuo Jyh-huei, emphasised that TSMC must secure government approval for any overseas joint ventures.

Twice as reliable

Troubled Chipzilla has officially put ASML’s next-generation high-numerical-aperture (NA) lithography machines to work and early results show they are already twice as reliable as previous models.

Tightens the screws on Windows 11

Software King of the World, Microsoft has updated its CPU compatibility list for Windows 11 24H2, officially cutting off pre-11th-generation Intel processors for OEMs building new PCs. 

Designed for AI applications and cloud

MSI has unveiled a new range of high-performance server platforms powered by the latest Intel Xeon 6 family of processors, which it claims will provide unprecedented computing power and energy efficiency for modern data centres.

Hypes 1.8nm chip tech

Troubled Chipzilla has pulled out all the stops to convince the world+dog it can still lead the semiconductor race, by launching a dedicated website to showcase its upcoming Intel 18A (1.8nm-class) process technology.

Bureaucracy held it back: Koduri

Troubled Chipzilla had the power to dominate the AI market, but "spreadsheet & PowerPoint snakes" in the boardroom strangled its potential, according to former exec Raja Koduri.

It’s a fire sale

The troubled Chipzilla’s golden days might be behind it, but selling the company or its divisions isn’t the way forward—it’s a reckless fire sale, says legendary chip designer Jim Keller. 

'Horrible, Demoralising Mistake'

A fiery backlash has erupted following rumours that Intel and TSMC could form a semiconductor joint venture.