As for potential successors, external candidates remain largely speculative.

However,rumorssuggest Marvell CEO Matt Murphy is among those being considered.

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Intel breaks tradition, opens CEO search to outside candidates

Bloomberg reports that Intel may also consider former executives who departed during previous leadership transitions.

Such candidates could offer a mix of internal familiarity and fresh perspectives.

Another intriguing possibility involves executives from Intel’s key customers with in-house chipmaking expertise.