Intel rivals Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co and Broadcom are reportedly exploring potential deals that could split the storied American chip giant. Broadcom has examined Intel's chip design and marketing unit,

Intel is testing its last shot at redemption. Nvidia and Broadcom are interested--but will they actually commit?

One solution being discussed is for Broadcom and TSMC to split Intel, with one part of the company focusing on design and another on production. Intel’s manufacturing division already has a degree of autonomy and reports its finances separately.