The recent departure of four of Intel’s most seasoned CPU architects to establish the startup AheadComputing has captured significant industry attention. Debbie Marr, Mark Dechene, Jonathan Pearce, and Srikanth Srinivasan, who collectively boast over 80 years of experience at Intel, have founded this new company with a focus on developing IPs based on the open-source RISC-V architecture, known for its flexibility and growing popularity.
AheadComputing, which publicly emerged in July—just prior to Intel’s announcement of significant layoffs—plans to concentrate on the creation, verification, and licensing of RISC-V cores. This move comes at a strategic time when Intel is grappling with internal challenges and uncertainty regarding its future.
The founders of AheadComputing bring impressive credentials and numerous patents to the tech landscape. Debbie Marr, a former Intel Fellow, played a pivotal role in the development of Intel’s Hyperthreading technology. Mark Dechene, Jonathan Pearce, and Srikanth Srinivasan have also made substantial contributions to the architecture and development of multiple generations of Intel CPUs.
The rise of AheadComputing during a tumultuous period for Intel raises questions about the impact that the departure of these key talents may have on the future of the chip giant. As the new startup pushes forward with its RISC-V innovation plans, the industry will be closely watching their progress and the potential disruption they could bring to the processor market.
Via: Tom’s Hardware
