Is Intel desperate enough to seriously consider something like this?,” asked one analyst about the bombshell report about a takeover from a rival.

Intel's semiconductor factories present a major challenge for Qualcomm's possible acquisition.

A potential deal to buy Intel could accelerate San Diego wireless giant Qualcomm's diversification but will burden the smartphone chipmaker with a loss-making semiconductor manufacturing unit that it may struggle to turn around or sell,

Qualcomm has approached the once-dominant chipmaker Intel for a potential buyout, turning the spotlight on the portfolio of products these chip companies have to offer.

Intel debuted two new chips designed to power AI systems on Tuesday amid reports that Qualcomm is looking to takeover the company.