Intel 18A chip production to begin in 2025

Intel Makes Progress on Next-Gen Chip Technology (18A)

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Intel has successfully tested its latest chip-making technology, called "18A"

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This is a big step forward for them, and they're getting ready to start making chips with it in 2025.

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This new technology will allow Intel to make chips that are faster and use less power.

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Intel 18A uses special features called "RibbonFET" and "PowerVia" that help make the chips smaller and more efficient.

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Intel says they're the first company to use these features, which could give them a bit of an advantage.

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Intel will start working with other companies in the first half of next year to help them design chips using this new technology.

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This new tech could be used to make even more powerful and efficient chips in the future, which will be used in all sorts of devices.

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