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Samsung and SK Hynix to Invest $518 Billion in AI Chip Hub
Fast Company·Tuesday, 30 June 2026
South Korean tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix announced they will invest a combined 800 trillion won — roughly $518 billion — to build a new chipmaking hub in South Korea's southwest region. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung joined the companies at the announcement. The investment is aimed at capitalising on surging AI-driven demand for semiconductors.
Why It Matters
Chips power everything from smartphones to AI models — this massive investment will shape global chip supply, prices, and the AI race for years to come, affecting Indian tech consumers and businesses alike.
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