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Gordon Moore (Moore's Law) dead at 94
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Gordon Moore, co-founder of Intel and architect of Moore's Law, passed away at the age of 94. His contributions to the semiconductor industry and the prediction that the number of transistors on a microchip would double approximately every two years have fundamentally shaped technology. Moore's insights have driven advancements in computing power and efficiency, influencing countless innovations in electronics and computing. His legacy will continue to impact the industry for generations to come.
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