Leading tech companies to collaborate on
architectural interoperability and simplify software development
across the ecosystem; luminaries Linus Torvalds and Tim Sweeney
join founding members Broadcom, Dell, Google, Hewlett Packard
Enterprise, HP Inc., Lenovo, Meta, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red
Hat.
Intel Corp. (INTC) and AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) today announced the
creation of an x86 ecosystem advisory group bringing together
technology leaders to shape the future of the world’s most widely
used computing architecture. x86 is uniquely positioned to meet
customers’ emerging needs by delivering superior performance and
seamless interoperability across hardware and software platforms.
The group will focus on identifying new ways to expand the x86
ecosystem by enabling compatibility across platforms, simplifying
software development, and providing developers with a platform to
identify architectural needs and features to create innovative and
scalable solutions for the future.
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Intel and AMD form x86 Ecosystem Advisory
Group to accelerate innovation for developers and customers.
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For over four decades, x86 has served as the bedrock of modern
computing, establishing itself as the preferred architecture in
data centers and PCs worldwide. In today's evolving
landscape—characterized by dynamic AI workloads, custom chiplets,
and advancements in 3D packaging and system architectures—the
importance of a robust and expanding x86 ecosystem is more crucial
than ever.
“We are on the cusp of one of the most significant shifts in the
x86 architecture and ecosystem in decades – with new levels of
customization, compatibility and scalability needed to meet current
and future customer needs,” said Pat Gelsinger, Intel CEO. “We
proudly stand together with AMD and the founding members of this
advisory group, as we ignite the future of compute, and we deeply
appreciate the support of so many industry leaders.”
“Establishing the x86 Ecosystem Advisory Group will ensure that
the x86 architecture continues evolving as the compute platform of
choice for both developers and customers,” said Lisa Su, AMD Chair
and CEO. “We are excited to bring the industry together to provide
direction on future architectural enhancements and extend the
incredible success of x86 for decades to come.”
The advisory group aims to unite industry leaders to shape the
future of x86 and foster developer innovation through a more
unified set of instructions and architectural interfaces. This
initiative will enhance compatibility, predictability and
consistency across x86 product offerings. To achieve this, the
group will solicit technical input from the x86 hardware and
software communities on essential functions and features.
Collaboration will facilitate the creation of consistent and
compatible implementations of key x86 architectural features and
programming models, extending across all sectors – including data
centers, cloud, client, edge and embedded devices – ultimately
delivering downstream benefits to customers. The intended outcomes
include:
- Enhancing customer choice and compatibility across hardware and
software, while accelerating their ability to benefit from new,
cutting-edge features.
- Simplifying architectural guidelines to enhance software
consistency and standardize interfaces across x86 product offerings
from Intel and AMD.
- Enabling greater and more efficient integration of new
capabilities into operating systems, frameworks and
applications.
As vigorous competitors, Intel and AMD at the same time share a
history of industry collaboration focused on platform-level
advancements, the introduction of standards, and security
vulnerability mitigation within the x86 ecosystem. Their joint
efforts have shaped key technologies, including PCI, PCIe, Advanced
Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI). Both companies also
played a pivotal role in developing USB, a vital connectivity
standard for all computers regardless of the processor. This
advisory group takes this industry collaboration to the next level
for the benefit of the entire computing ecosystem and as a catalyst
for product innovation.
CEO Quotes from Founding Members
Broadcom Inc. President and CEO Hock Tan
“We are at a crossroads in the history of computing. The x86
architectural decisions we make today will affect programming
models, frameworks and systems for decades to come. Broadcom looks
forward to lending its industry perspective to the x86 Ecosystem
Advisory Group as a pioneer in silicon development and x86
virtualization with VMware.”
Dell Technologies Chairman and CEO Michael Dell
“Dell has a long history of working with the x86 platform. We
look forward to collaborating with Intel, AMD and fellow x86
Advisory Group members to continue driving innovation for our
customers and partners.”
Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian
“Google is excited to join this x86 Ecosystem Advisory Group to
help shape the future of computing. Taking a pan-industry approach
ensures consistent implementations, which aligns with Google’s
commitment to fostering innovation and providing the best possible
experience for our developers and users. By simplifying and
standardizing across the x86 ecosystem, we can unlock new levels of
performance, efficiency, and ease of use, ultimately accelerating
the development and adoption of cutting-edge technologies.”
Hewlett Packard Enterprise President and CEO Antonio
Neri
“HPE is honored to be a founding member of the x86 Ecosystem
Advisory Group, helping shape a consistent future architecture with
innovative new features that meet customers’ evolving computing
needs."
HP Inc. President and CEO Enrique Lores
“We are honored to join Intel, AMD, and other advisory group
members to advance the x86 architecture. At HP, we believe that the
future of work will require technology that drives growth and
fulfillment for both employees and the companies they work for.
Building a more efficient, secure, and customizable x86 ecosystem
will help accelerate this evolution.”
Lenovo Chairman and CEO Yuanqing Yang
“Lenovo is delighted to be one of the founding members of this
important new advisory group, given our role in the industry for
the past decade. When we work together as an industry ecosystem, we
all benefit, but more importantly, so do our customers. I’m looking
forward to sharing our technical expertise as we collectively
accelerate the growing x86 market across client, edge and
cloud.”
Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella
“x86 has been foundational to modern computing for over four
decades, and we want to ensure it continues to evolve and benefit
everyone going forward. By bringing together partners across the
industry, the x86 Ecosystem Advisory Board will play a critical
role in shaping future x86 architectural features and help drive
software consistency and standard interfaces.”
Oracle CEO Safra Catz
“The x86 architecture has had a profound impact on the computing
industry, driving innovations through constant evolution. As a
long-time partner with both AMD and Intel, Oracle is proud to be a
founding member of the x86 Ecosystem Advisory Group. We are
committed to addressing customer needs by delivering technological
advancements and fostering collaboration across the ecosystem.”
Red Hat President and CEO Matt Hicks
“Red Hat believes that hybrid cloud computing represents the
path forward for innovative IT, from cloud-native applications and
services to AI and intelligent workloads. Forming the foundation of
these great leaps forward is architecture choice, specifically
standardized and well-defined architectures like x86. We’re pleased
to be a founding member of the x86 Ecosystem Advisory Group and
look forward to serving as part of the industry vanguard in
furthering x86 technologies as a cornerstone of IT’s innovative
future.”
About Intel
Intel (Nasdaq: INTC) is an industry leader, creating
world-changing technology that enables global progress and enriches
lives. Inspired by Moore’s Law, we continuously work to advance the
design and manufacturing of semiconductors to help address our
customers’ greatest challenges. By embedding intelligence in the
cloud, network, edge and every kind of computing device, we unleash
the potential of data to transform business and society for the
better. To learn more about Intel’s innovations, go to
newsroom.intel.com and intel.com.
About AMD
For more than 50 years AMD has driven innovation in
high-performance computing, graphics, and visualization
technologies. Billions of people, leading Fortune 500 businesses,
and cutting-edge scientific research institutions around the world
rely on AMD technology daily to improve how they live, work, and
play. AMD employees are focused on building leadership
high-performance and adaptive products that push the boundaries of
what is possible. For more information about how AMD is enabling
today and inspiring tomorrow, visit the AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) website,
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