Intel buys Deep Learning chip maker Nervana

Having done a technical review of what Nervana has to offer... Why Intel?

My assumption, is that Intel will lease the chips + software, similar to the way HP, Dell, etc. Lease GPU machines.

This is so huge. I'm a little saddened myself, Nervana had the possibility to live on its own. I understand the capital investments needed to take on the other three giants were immense, but I thought they had the backing.

Honestly though, I would still consider an internship there in a instant, were I better connected with universities. The things they do consistently blow my mind, and they are one of the few startups out there that do.

Current discussion: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=12257376

What regulatory approvals are required for this transaction?

Finally, Intel makes a move in Deep Learning.