Intel’s new manufacturing tech enters initial production
Intel on Tuesday said the new generation of its 18A manufacturing process has entered risk production, as the chipmaker sees strong demand for its central processors.
By moving 18A-P into initial production, Intel is aiming to show it is following through on its manufacturing commitments, potentially making the technology more appealing to external customers.
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan has started recognizing 18A as a potential offering for external clients, reversing his earlier view that the process would generate returns only through Intel’s own products, finance chief David Zinsner said in March.
