U.S. lawmakers are pressuring Intel over its use of chipmaking tools from ACM Research. The scrutiny focuses on ACM Research’s ties to China and potential risks to national security. Officials are investigating whether the collaboration violates export controls or exposes advanced U.S. semiconductor manufacturing processes.
Intel announced new strategic alliances with Viettel High Tech, Infosys, and Ericsson at MWC 2026. These partnerships focus on the development of 6G technology and AI-optimized networks. The collaborations also target the advancement of quantum-safe cryptography to secure future growth.