AMD x86 license to expire on Friday?

Posted on Tuesday, May 12 2009 @ 20:22 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

Bright Side of News wonders what's going to happen with AMD's x86 license, as the 60-day license deadline is set to expire this Friday and it appears the cross-license dispute between the company and Intel hasn't been resolved yet. Both companies simply state they have nothing to report.

Intel's PoV
Intel's legal ace, Mr. Chuck Mulloy got back to us and stated that Intel has "nothing to report" on the subject of x86 cross-patent negotiations.

AMD's PoV
AMD's own Drew Prairie stated the following: "Not much to update on the cross license side. AMD and Intel are currently participating in dispute resolution procedures as required by the cross-license agreement. Beyond that, we aren’t commenting."

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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