I don't see this happening. I'm sure maybe single core boost to 7ghz on a ultra binned chip might work. I just don't see it being the common boost target. We shall see
That's a little over the top, the point is virtually every browser collects data. It's nothing new. It doesn't make it right either. There's not much anyone can do to stop it, unfortunately.
They probably would leave 1 stack caches for consumers until the next refresh cycle comes out next. Alternatively leave 1 stack for consumers but use 2 stack for Threadripper and Enterprise products.
This rumor makes no sense considering they are still advancing the 18A node and haven't recouped there investment. They always leave a mature node available. That's what 18A will be eventually.