When Pat Gelsinger returned to Intel as CEO in 2021, it was heralded as the start of a redemption arc. After more than 30 years with the company, including his tenure as CTO during its golden age, Gelsinger seemed uniquely qualified to tackle Intel’s mounting challenges. His mission: restore the company to its former glory as a leader in chipmaking and manufacturing.
But less than four years later, that redemption story has ended. According to sources cited by Bloomberg, Gelsinger was forced out — a stunning turn for one of the industry’s most respected technical minds. His sudden departure raises tough questions: Why couldn’t Gelsinger complete the mission he was seemingly born to lead? And if Intel’s most capable steward couldn’t turn the ship around, what hope does the company have in a market dominated by Nvidia, Qualcomm, and TSMC?
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