Overview

• Lip-Bu Tan, Intel's CEO, has investments in over 600 Chinese companies, including at least eight linked to the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
• Tan's investments were made through his venture firm Walden International and Hong Kong-based entities Sakarya Limited and Seine Limited.
• Intel confirmed Tan completed required conflict-of-interest disclosures, but concerns persist about potential risks to U.S. national security.
• Tan's early investments include Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC), a company now under U.S. sanctions for military ties.
• While some experts view Tan's deep experience in Chinese tech as an asset, others warn his financial ties could undermine Intel's defense partnerships.