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Forward Deployed Engineering is having a moment.

CloudFactory highlights its long-standing expertise in forward deployed engineering, embedding engineers to get enterprise AI into production. Also featured: a new blog post on AI ethics by design, emphasizing responsible data sourcing.

Advantech Expands WEDA Edge AI Ecosystem with Intel, Qualcomm, AMD

Advantech, a global IoT leader, announced the expansion of its WEDA-Powered Edge AI ecosystem, designed to streamline AI development from development to deployment. The ecosystem integrates WEDA (WISE-Edge Developer Architecture), WEDA-Ready Edge Computing, and the Advantech Container Catalog (ACC) to reduce complexity in Edge AI development, validation, deployment, and lifecycle management. Partnerships with Intel, Qualcomm Technologies, and AMD were highlighted, with executives from each company expressing support for the initiative. The collaboration aims to simplify development and accelerate scalable Edge AI deployment across diverse hardware platforms, with plans for a global WEDA Developer Webinar Series.

• Advantech expanded its WEDA-Powered Edge AI ecosystem.
• Ecosystem includes WEDA, WEDA-Ready Edge Computing, and Advantech Container Catalog (ACC).
• Partnerships with Intel, Qualcomm Technologies, and AMD were announced.

Intel could hit $200 per share in two years, says Melius analyst

Melius Research analyst Ben Reitzes has set a buy rating on Intel with a $165 price target, implying about 70% upside from the previous close, but sees the stock reaching as high as $200 per share within two years. Reitzes bases his bullish outlook on potential foundry agreements with Apple, Tesla, and another hyperscaler, and strong server CPU pricing and AI PC mix that could drive product earnings above $4. He also notes a Reuters report that Intel is considering a deal to help SK Hynix manufacture memory chips in the U.S., potentially leasing part of its Ohio facility. Intel shares have gained roughly 300% over the past 12 months, and the stock was up more than 4% on the day. The analyst's view contrasts with consensus, as only 15 of 50 analysts rate it a buy.

• Melius Research has a buy rating on Intel with a $165 price target, implying ~70% upside.
• Analyst Ben Reitzes sees Intel trading as high as $200 per share in the next two years.
• Intel could rally on foundry agreements with Apple, Tesla, and another hyperscaler, per analyst.

Intel and SK Hynix in Talks for US Memory Chip Manufacturing

SK Hynix and Intel are in exploratory discussions for SK Hynix to manufacture memory chips in the U.S. for the first time, as reported by Reuters. Potential scenarios include SK Hynix leasing space at Intel's Ohio facility or forming a joint venture potentially with major cloud firms. SK Hynix confirmed talks but no final decisions have been made. The deal could bolster Intel's foundry business and support U.S. semiconductor production goals amid a global chip shortage. Shares rose 5% for Intel and about 2% for SK Hynix on the report. However, the deal may face South Korean government review due to sensitive technology transfer concerns. SK Hynix already operates a $3.8 billion packaging facility in Indiana and listed on Nasdaq in July 2026.

• SK Hynix is in talks with Intel to manufacture memory chips in the U.S. for the first time.
• Options include leasing part of Intel's Ohio facility or forming a joint venture with major cloud firms.
• Shares of Intel rose 5% and SK Hynix's Nasdaq-listed shares climbed about 2%.