News stories tagged with #Foundry
Intel Buys Back Fab 34 in Ireland for $14.2 Billion – Regaining Full Control
Intel has repurchased its shares in the Fab 34 facility in Ireland for $14.2 billion from Apollo. The plant, which produces advanced chips like Intel 4 and Intel 3 using EUV lithography, was spun off into a joint venture two years ago. The move reinforces Intel’s strategic and economic control in Europe and highlights the growing importance of CPUs in the AI era.
Intel bets on 18A and 14A: AI-driven CPU demand boosts production and profitability
Intel anticipates strong CPU demand, particularly in data centers driven by the AI boom, and plans to increase production of its new Intel 14A and 18A processors. The company aims to make its Foundry division profitable by 2027 through improved yields, advanced packaging, and growing external customer base. Demand for Panther Lake CPUs already exceeds supply, highlighting the strategic importance of these new technologies.