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The Rise and Fall of Intel: A Cautionary Tale
March 23rd, 2021, marked an important milestone for Intel, the tech giant that had once dominated the semiconductor industry. Standing in front of cameras, the newly appointed CEO Pat Gelsinger laid out a bold plan designed to revitalize the company. With morale at an all-time low and investors becoming increasingly restless, Gelsinger’s strategy—dubbed IDM 2.0—was seen as the beacon of hope. However, less than four years later, the story of Intel reveals a stark contrast: a once-promising company now embroiled in chaos.