On October 6, 1986, Intel expanded its commitment to the ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) market, building custom-designed chips built to meet the specific needs of a particular application.​

As we mark this 40-year milestone, we celebrate the employees whose vision, ingenuity, and determination helped shape this important chapter in Intel's history.​

From the pioneers who launched Intel's ASIC efforts to those who continued building on that foundation, thank you for your contributions and lasting impact.