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Intel faces huge competition fine

Chip maker Intel is facing a huge fine from the European Commission for anti-competitive practices. Ref. Source 6

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Intel Sued!

NEW YORK (AP) - The Federal Trade Commission sued Intel Corp. On Wednesday, looking to block tactics it says the world's biggest chip maker has used to snuff out competition. The agency said it is asking for an order that would bar Intel from using "threats, bundled prices, or other offers to encourage exclusive deals, hamper competition, or unfairly manipulate the prices of its" chips. Ref. USAToday

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Intel antitrust case could mean lower prices

The Federal Trade Commission's antitrust lawsuit against Intel was the harshest yet against the world's biggest semiconductor maker, which has been battling regulators around the world over charges its tactics hurt consumers. Ref. Source 6

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Intel to buy Infineon

Intel will buy German chipmaker Infineon's wireless unit for US$1.4 billion (NZ$1.9 billion), enabling the US chipmaker to boost its presence in the smartphone market. Ref. Source 3

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Intel's pay-to-upgrade chips cause stir

What if you bought a house and were told there's a secret rooftop deck you'll have to pay extra to access? Ref. Source 2

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Intel outlook defies worries of PC decline

Intel Corp forecast quarterly revenue above Wall Street's expectations, defying concerns that tablets and a shaky economy are eating into demand for personal computers. Ref. Source 6

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$17 billion chip industry deal: Intel to acquire Altera

Agreement reached under which Intel would acquire Altera for $54 per share, the companies have announced. Ref. USAToday

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Intel is becoming a post-PC company

Intel wants to make clear it's not as dependent on the waning PC market. Ref. Source 8e.