Nvidia recently tested whether it could use Intel's next-generation 18A process to manufacture its own chips, but it has not made further progress since, according to reports.
On the 24th, Reuters, citing two people familiar with the matter, reported that Nvidia has not moved forward after probing the feasibility of 18A-based production. Nvidia did not respond to a request for comment.
Reuters said Intel's manufacturing organization is struggling to secure quality even in its own chip production. Intel said 18A is "proceeding smoothly," and that there is "strong interest" in the next-generation 14A process as well.
Immediately after the report, Intel shares fell 3.6% intraday before trimming losses. Nvidia invested $5 billion in Intel in Sep., but it did not promise at the time to produce at Intel's factories, Reuters reported.