Intel Eyeing Big Partnership with Apple: NVIDIA Rumor Follow-Up

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Intel is reportedly seeking a partnership with Apple, which could significantly benefit Intel Foundry Services (IFS) and processes like the 14A node.

Intel Is Now Looking for Investments from Apple After NVIDIA & SoftBank, Hoping to Get Out of the Financial Mess

For those unaware, Intel has taken a proactive approach to improve its financial situation. One way it has done this is by seeking investments with multiple entities. Over the past few months, Intel has entered into ‘blockbuster’ deals with NVIDIA, SoftBank, and the Trump administration, which have significantly benefited the company’s balance sheet. Now, according to a Bloomberg report, Intel is seeking investment from Apple to get out of its ‘financial mess’, although the talks are still in early stages.

Apple and Intel have also discussed how they can work more closely together. However, it remains unclear what form this deal might take, as discussions are private. One optimistic possibility could be Apple sourcing chips from Intel Foundry for their A-series and M-series SoCs. In the past, Intel was a key supplier of MacBook chips until 2020 when Apple switched to in-house silicon. Given these circumstances, a deal on semiconductor grounds could be the most fruitful outcome for both firms.

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Intel has been looking for external customer volume, particularly for the 14A node. The only way it can succeed is if Intel sees adoption; otherwise, it might abandon its race for cutting-edge chips. On the other hand, Apple has been exploring ways to invest in America for manufacturing. Apart from being TSMC’s primary customer, Apple certainly has room for a dual-sourcing strategy involving both TSMC and Intel.

For now, this is all speculation, and the probability of an Intel-Apple deal isn’t certain, as the talks are still in their early stages. However, such a potential deal could bolster Intel’s operations and ensure that Apple can rely on an American chipmaker for its in-house chips.