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Intel’s foundry ambitions face disruption as three key manufacturing executives are reportedly retiring: Kaizad Mistry, Ryan Russell, and Gary Patton. Mistry and Russell oversaw process technology development, while Patton focused on design platform solutions for foundry clients. These departures create a knowledge gap in Intel’s manufacturing roadmap, crucial for attracting external customers to Intel Foundry Services (IFS). Intel is also reportedly reviewing its technology development structure, potentially streamlining capacity planning and reducing engineering headcount.

Huawei’s Consumer Business Group Chairman Richard Yu was seen casually visiting a Shenzhen mall, indulging in cakes from a local bakery. Netizens noted his relaxed demeanor and lack of accompanying personnel. This sighting follows a previous report of Yu and another Huawei executive, He Gang, travelling unescorted in an airport shuttle. Both were seen using their smartphones. These public appearances portray a down-to-earth image of Huawei executives despite the company’s high-stakes competition in the global market.

A social media exchange hints at a potential rivalry between Xiaomi and Huawei. Indirect responses from Xiaomi executives, including Lei Jun, to comments by Huawei’s Yu Chengdong at an automotive conference sparked speculation on Weibo. The exchange used cryptic quotes and proverbs to address Yu’s remarks on brand power and user experience in the EV market, suggesting a subtle disagreement.