Group 1 - The U.S. government has agreed to invest $8.9 billion in Intel, acquiring 9.9% of the company's shares at a price of $20.47 per share, marking a significant intervention in the semiconductor sector [1] - The investment will be sourced from $5.7 billion in previously granted but unpaid funds from the CHIPS and Science Act and $3.2 billion from the Department of Defense's Secure Enclave project, bringing the total U.S. investment in Intel to $11.1 billion [2] - Intel has been facing challenges in the AI sector, with its revenue declining and market capitalization dropping, while competitors like Nvidia have surged [3] Group 2 - The investment by the U.S. government is characterized as a passive equity investment, meaning it will not involve governance control or board seats for the government [2] - Intel has been actively expanding its manufacturing capabilities in the U.S., with over $100 billion planned for factory expansions and significant investments in research and development [2] - The recent investment from the U.S. government is seen as a new model of strategic support for high-tech companies, differing from traditional subsidies and tax incentives [3]