Intel makes memorable moves

The chip giant says its Micron deal is part of its strategy to support next-generation memory products. Meanwhile, the design of Intel's future Merced chip raises patent questions.

Intel invests in Micron update The chipmaking giant will make a $500 million equity investment in Micron Technology, the companies announce. Rambus rides earnings fallout Stock in the up-and-coming company jumps but then retreats after announcing that it met analysts' expectations for its fourth-quarter income. S3 to go after Intel next? Patents that S3 acquired from a defunct chipmaker may provide the basis of a claim against the chip giant.