Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has not yet been able to replicate his success in cloud AI data centers in the enterprise, where Intel's x86 dominates. ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
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Intel's x86 technology helps Nvidia in enterprise AI.
Custom chips for laptops will integrate both companies' technology.
Nvidia declined to say if it ever plans to use Intel's factories.
Struggling chip maker Intel received a significant lifeline on Thursday from longtime rival Nvidia. The AI chip giant announced it would make a $5 billion investment in Intel and partner to develop chips based on Intel's x86 microprocessor standard.
The move is seen as a way for Nvidia to broaden its lead with artificial intelligence by reaching more enterprises that rely on x86 technology to run their IT systems.
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