Intel is considering exiting cutting-edge chip manufacturing if it fails to attract external clients for its 14A process, marking a significant strategic shift for the company historically associated with Moore's Law. The company announced to investors that sustaining its manufacturing operations depends on securing enough third-party chip production contracts for its factories. This potential move reflects the intense competition and high costs associated with advanced chip production. Intel's future in manufacturing is now contingent on its ability to successfully compete for and win external customer orders.