Intel, Cadence Deepen Partnership to Accelerate 14A Chip Design With AI-Driven EDA Tools

Intel is advancing its foundry technology with the 14A process. Early access to mature electronic design automation (EDA) workflows will affect customer adoption and production timelines. Cadence is a leading EDA supplier, and the companies are deepening their collaboration to jointly optimize process technology and design tools, improving performance, power efficiency and area.

As of July 20, 2026, Intel and Cadence had announced a multiyear agreement to jointly develop and validate design workflows for the 14A process. They will also deploy Cadence's AI-driven tools to shorten chip-design iteration cycles and time to market. The companies have not disclosed the value or exact duration of the agreement, the initial customers or a production date.