Broadcom and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) are reportedly exploring potential deals involving Intel, as stated in a Wall Street Journal report citing anonymous sources.

Discussions are in preliminary stages and suggest a potential division of Intel into segments.

Broadcom is interested in Intel’s chip design and marketing business, while TSMC is considering a stake in Intel’s manufacturing operations.

According to the report, Broadcom has sought advice regarding a bid. They may only move forward if they find a partner to help manage Intel’s manufacturing division.

Intel, TSMC, Broadcom, and the White House have not commented on these discussions.

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