Indeed. Here's how the author of the article thinks AMD might skate: Also not immediately obvious is where this falls under the Intel/AMD x86 cross-licensing

Indeed. Here's how the author of the article thinks AMD might skate: Also not immediately obvious is where this falls under the Intel/AMD x86 cross-licensing agreement. AMD has of course done their own research.... In the meantime and at first glance, because this is a joint venture, it would appear that AMD is in the clear here as they aren’t giving the technology to another business, but rather are using it as part of a new line of products they are developing, albeit in conjunction with an outside firm.