The Biden-Harris administration has made a significant move to boost domestic semiconductor production by announcing that Intel Corporation will receive up to $3 billion in direct funding under the Chips and Science Act. This funding is part of the Secure Enclave Program, which aims to enhance trusted manufacturing capabilities for cutting-edge semiconductors to serve the U.S. government.
Previous Collaborations with the Department of Defense
This Secure Enclave Program is not Intel’s first collaboration with the Department of Defense (DoD). It builds upon earlier initiatives such as the Rapid Assured Microelectronics Prototypes – Commercial (RAMP-C) and the State-of-the-Art Heterogeneous Integration Prototype (SHIP). These projects have laid the groundwork for advancing the resilience and security of U.S. technological systems, demonstrating the critical interplay between government and the semiconductor industry.
The Role of Intel in Securing the Domestic Chip Supply Chain
As the only American company that both designs and manufactures leading-edge logic chips, Intel plays a crucial role in securing the domestic chip supply chain. The innovative developments supported by this funding will not only bolster national security but also foster advancements in secure technology. By collaborating with the DoD, Intel is poised to deliver state-of-the-art solutions that enhance both governmental and commercial technological infrastructure.
