## Intel: a step forward in chip manufacturing Donald Trump and Howard Lutnick have expressed their appreciation for Intel and its CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, following the launch of the Panther Lake chips. These chips are the first made using the Intel 18A process, a significant milestone for the company. Trump and Lutnick emphasized that this represents an important step for the United States in its attempt to regain its leadership position in the production of next-generation semiconductors. Investments in Intel, according to the statement, are already bringing tangible economic benefits to the country, generating tens of billions of dollars. ## The context of the semiconductor market The competition in the semiconductor sector is increasingly fierce, with companies around the world seeking to develop more advanced and efficient technologies. The ability to produce cutting-edge chips is considered strategic for a country's economic growth and national security. Government and private investments in this sector are increasing, with the aim of fostering innovation and job creation.