Intel says its cutting-edge 18A process node is 'now ready' and that tape-out begins in 1H 2025, ready to compete with semiconductor leader TSMC.

The Trump administration has reportedly urged TSMC to partner with Intel and expedite its investments in the US. Sources suggest that TSMC is weighing a controlling stake in Intel's factories, a move experts warn could be more harmful than beneficial.

Taiwans Economy Minister Kuo Jyh-huei stated on Tuesday that his ministry has not received any overseas investment application from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), amid speculation that the chip giant

Taiwan's economy minister said on Tuesday his ministry had not received information about an overseas investment application by Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC, when asked about possible investment in Intel and the United States.

Intel (INTC) stock soars on potential TSMC (TSM) and Broadcom (AVGO) deals, but analysts warn of regulatory risks. Explore investor insights and future outlook.

Reports indicate that TSMC is contemplating acquiring a stake in Intel's foundry business, a development that could significantly impact Samsung Electronics. This speculation arises amid ongoing efforts by the Trump administration to revitalize the US semiconductor manufacturing sector.

Collectively, the two companies were promised more than $14 billion in government grants. Now, one is failing and may be partially acquired by the other.

Intel stock fell Wednesday, ending a massive upswing that saw the stock notch its biggest five-day gain in its history as a publicly traded company.

According to The Wall Street Journal, Broadcom is said to be interested in Intel’s chip designs while TSMC may want to take over the company’s manufacturing capabilities. Although nothing is official,

Given geopolitical tensions, the Taiwanese chipmaker should not have sole ownership of Intel's chipmaking business.

Not all that long ago, the prospect of chip giant Intel breaking up would have been unthinkable. But Intel’s foundry business has lost billions in recent years and Pat Gelsinger, the CEO who championed Intel’s beleaguered foundry,