Intel encourages wider adoption of processors built on 18A technology
Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) is urging laptop and PC manufacturers to accelerate adoption of processors produced using its latest semiconductor manufacturing technology, as booming demand for artificial intelligence computing continues to strain supplies of advanced chips, Nikkei Asia reported Tuesday.
According to the report, which cited industry sources, Intel has asked key computer manufacturing partners in the United States, China and Taiwan to increase usage of processors manufactured with the company’s 18A process technology, which became available late last year.
Intel reportedly informed partners that supply availability for its newest processor families, including Panther Lake and Wildcat Lake, is stronger than for chips manufactured using older process technologies.
Intel looks to regain ground in advanced chip manufacturing
The company’s push to promote next-generation processors comes as Intel attempts to strengthen its position in the global AI semiconductor race and recover lost ground in advanced chip production after trailing rival TSMC (NYSE:TSM) during the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence demand.
Intel is also working with several major technology companies, including Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and SpaceX’s Terrafab project, as part of efforts to manufacture advanced semiconductors and revive its foundry operations.