TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Morris Chang (張忠謀), the founder of TSMC (台積電), underscored his enduring friendship with Intel during a book launch on Monday (Dec. 9). He remarked that if Intel's board has a clear strategy but is holding back while seeking the right leader, "the situation would be simpler."
Intel has been grappling with operational challenges, culminating in the recent resignation of CEO Pat Gelsinger. At the unveiling of his new autobiography, Chang stated, "They did not consult me, and they wouldn't. I don't want them to consult me, and I wouldn't allow it."
Chang fondly recalled his early interactions with Intel's founders, Robert N. Noyce and Gordon Moore, describing these relationships as friendly and collaborative. However, he noted that his relationship with Gelsinger was more competitive.
Samsung is battling its own crisis too, dealing with wafer yield issues that have impacted its market share against TSMC. Chang, who once described Samsung as a "formidable rival," suggested that the company might be facing "technological issues." Reflecting on his career, Chang humbly attributed his success to avoiding poor decisions rather than just making good ones.
