Intel unveils new processor powered by its 18A semiconductor tech, marking a major leap in U.S. chip innovation.
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Intel’s New 18A Processor Breakthrough Intel Unveils New Processor Powered By Its 18A Semiconductor Tech Six months after Lip-Bu Tan took the helm at Intel, the company has made its boldest move yet. Intel unveils new processor powered by its 18A semiconductor tech , signaling a new chapter in high-performance computing and U.S. chipmaking leadership. Image Credits:Joan Cros/NurPhoto / Getty Images Next-Gen Panther Lake Processor Debuts On Thursday, Intel introduced its latest chip, codenamed Panther Lake , the next evolution of the Intel Core Ultra family. What makes this launch groundbreaking is that it’s the first processor built using Intel’s 18A semiconductor process , a technology designed to deliver faster speeds and improved energy efficiency. The chips are slated to begin shipping later this year, coming straight from Intel’s Fab 52 facility in Chandler, Arizona , which officially came online in 2025. A Major Step Toward U.S. Semiconductor Independence This new 18A-based processor marks Intel’s most advanced manufacturing mi…