Recent #x86 news in the semiconductor industry

17 days ago

➀ Nvidia invests $5 billion in Intel to co-develop x86 server CPUs and client SoCs, marking a strategic shift for both companies;

➀ The deal provides Intel with immediate financial relief but faces skepticism about its ability to revive the struggling chipmaker amid persistent cash burn and delayed 18A node development;

➂ Geopolitical factors, including U.S. government equity stakes and SoftBank's involvement, underscore the deal's alignment with America-First industrial policies and semiconductor supply chain security.

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12 months ago
➀ AMD and Intel have announced a new x86 advisory board to support x86 customers and accelerate the x86 ecosystem. The goal is to unify the x86 ISA between the two companies and enhance compatibility, predictability, and consistency across x86 product offerings. ➁ This collaboration is a significant shift in the x86 landscape and aims to benefit customers through standardization and innovation. ➂ The advisory board includes industry leaders like Broadcom, Dell, Google, HP, and others.
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