Intel to spin out security unit, sell stake in business to TPG


  • TECH
  • Thursday, 08 Sep 2016

The logo of Intel, the world's largest chipmaker is seen at their offices in Jerusalem, April 20, 2016. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun/File Photo

Intel Corp said it would spin out its cybersecurity division, formerly known as McAfee, and sell a majority stake in it to investment firm TPG for US$3.1bil (RM12.56bil) in cash. 

TPG will own 51% of the new entity, valuing the entire company at US$4.2bil (RM17.02bil) including debt. 

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