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by littlecranky67 3143 days ago
Because x86 is a patent minefield, AMD has a license but other companies would have to negotioate with Intel about those patents before they can do x86.
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And then AMD for x64.
Yes, that's why I mentioned that in the question.

As an aside: I know it's not the done thing to complain about down votes, but I do find an honest, polite question - not even a statement - being modded to oblivion somewhat unusual.