Qualcomm is a popular figure in the smartphone industry, thanks primarily to its Snapdragon series of chipsets that power both midrange and flagship phones. The company's reach ex

Qualcomm has approached chipmaker Intel about a possible takeover in recent days, according to a Wall Street Journal report Friday.

Qualcomm recently approached Intel to explore a potential acquisition of the troubled chipmaker, a source familiar with the situation said, in what could be a transformational deal in the sector but faces many hurdles.