Intel is making strides with its Xeon 6 chips in AI and high-performance computing, sparking optimism under new CEO Lip-Bu Tan. Despite competition from AMD and Nvidia, Intel's stock surged 10% on hopes of a 2025 turnaround. However, challenges remain, including foundry setbacks and market share losses to AMD. Analysts suggest a breakup may be necessary for Intel to compete effectively with contract chipmakers like TSMC.