Pat Gelsinger speaks out on yield rate rumours

Intel's now "retired" CEO Pat [kicking] Gelsinger took time out from his busy schedule gardening, making homemade jam and other retirement activities, to defend Intel Foundry's 18A yield rate claims.

Casualties in US-China Tech Conflict

Chinese server CPU designer Hongjun Microelectronics Technology is reportedly preparing to lay off up to half of its workforce, reflecting the escalating challenges Chinese semiconductor firms face due to geopolitical tensions.

But size is not everything

As semiconductor manufacturers continue to push the boundaries of fabrication technology, SRAM cell size and density have emerged as critical benchmarks.

Complained to Chang

The supreme pooh bah of the fruity cargo cult Apple Tim Cook didn't mince words when discussing Intel's contract manufacturing division with TSMC founder Dr. Morris Chang (pictured).

On track for 2025

TSMC will mass-produce its 2nm process by 2025 according to a new company statement.

Property sales

Chipzilla is flogging off its 150-acre campus in Folsom, California to cut costs amid plummeting sales. It is also considering the future of its 50-acre Hawthorn Farm property as part of a cunning plan to consolidate operations at its Silicon Valley headquarters.

So confident in its foundry business

Chipzilla is so confident about its foundry business it is outsourcing more work to its rival TSMC.

Fall out from Trump allegations

Taiwan has put its foot down over the production of advanced 2nm processor technology in the US and will allow TSMC to build plants around that node.

Worried about US support following Trump Victory

A top TSMC boss Cliff Hou said that Taiwan should intensify its investment in chip technology and expand its supply chain capabilities to secure its role as a global semiconductor leader.

Has to pay full price for 3nm chips

Intel CEO Pat [kicking] Gelsinger’s recent comments about the risks associated with Taiwan have strained the relationship between Intel and TSMC.