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Samsung, SK hope for eased US chip equipment regulation for China plants

Samsung Electronics and SK hynix are closely monitoring U.S. regulatory developments on exporting chipmaking equipment to their plants in China, hoping the Donald Trump administration will set rules more favorable to them. According to industry officials Sunday, the two Korean chipmakers are tracking the U.S. Commerce Department’s movement on the Validated End-User (VEU) designations, waivers that had granted the Korean firms indefinite clearance to ship key chipmaking equipment to their Chinese facilities. On Aug. 29, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) in the Department of Commerce announced that it has “closed a Biden-era loophole known as the VEU program,” and the companies will now have to obtain export licenses to send equipment. According to BIS, it will revise the existing VEU authorizations list for China by removing Samsung China Semiconductor and SK hynix Semiconductor China. This rule is set to take effect Dec. 31. Samsung and SK hynix obtained VEU status under the Joe Biden administration, which allowed them to send most semiconductor equipment, except for certai

Sep 15, 2025By Nam Hyun-woo
Samsung, SK hope for eased US chip equipment regulation for China plants

Samsung Electro-Mechanics eyes potential of Indian market

Samsung Electro-Mechanics (SEM) is seeking to expand its presence in India as part of a strategy to tap into the region’s potential as one of the world’s fastest-growing markets for IT devices, electric vehicles (EVs) and data centers. According to SEM’s LinkedIn page, the company is set to showcase its latest technology at Electronica India 2025, which will take place at the Bangalore International Exhibition Center from Wednesday to Friday (local time). Started in 2000, Electronica India is one of South Asia’s leading international trade fairs for electronic components, systems and applications. This is the second time SEM is participating in Electronica India, following last year’s edition, which drew 46,000 attendees and 566 companies from 25 countries. SEM will showcase its product portfolio at the event, including multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs), camera modules and semiconductor substrates, and engage with key partners to raise local brand awareness, strengthen customer communication and identify potential clients in India’s growth sectors such as IT and automobi

Sep 14, 2025By Nam Hyun-woo
Samsung Electro-Mechanics eyes potential of Indian market

Korean companies shift strategies for next year's CES

The annual CES trade show in Las Vegas will undergo significant changes next year regarding the participation of Korean companies, which have long been among the most prominent exhibitors at the world's largest tech fair. Some companies have chosen to skip the event to better focus on their core businesses, while others plan to increase the size of their exhibits. SK Group said its affiliates will not operate a joint exhibition booth at next year's show. Since 2019, Korea's second-largest conglomerate has showcased products and technologies from SK hynix, SK Telecom and SK Innovation at a single booth, attracting global business leaders such as Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won has consistently attended CES, even as other top conglomerate chiefs opted out. However, SK hynix is the only SK affiliate currently listed as an exhibitor for next year. Industry officials expect the chipmaker to concentrate on strengthening its partnership with Nvidia at the event. "There is a possibility that some of our affiliates will display their products and hold business meetings at n

Sep 13, 2025By Park Jae-hyuk
Korean companies shift strategies for next year's CES

KAIST professor Kim Joung-ho receives Paiknam Prize

Hanyang University’s Paiknam Memorial Association has awarded Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) professor Kim Joung-ho with the 7th Paiknam Prize Engineering Award, the association said Friday. The Paiknam Prize honors those who make noteworthy achievements in the fields of engineering, music and human rights. It was established to commemorate the philosophy of the university’s founder, Kim Lyun-joon, also known by his pseudonym of Paiknam. Kim is well-known for his work in high-bandwidth memory (HBM), having been influential in the fundamental concept, design and architecture of the memory chip, a core component of artificial intelligence (AI) processors. Backed by Kim’s research, Korea became the world’s first country to mass produce HBM in 2013, and major players such as SK hynix and Samsung Electronics are influencing the global tech world. Professor Kim recently presented a next-generation HBM road map charting the path from HBM4 to HBM8, and is spearheading international standardization and technological development through collaborations with Googl

Sep 12, 2025By Lee Gyu-lee
KAIST professor Kim Joung-ho receives Paiknam Prize

SK hynix completes HBM4 development, mass production ready

SK hynix has completed the development of high-bandwidth memory 4 (HBM4), a next-generation memory for artificial intelligence (AI) accelerators, which is now ready for mass production, the chipmaker said Friday. SK hynix is the first chipmaker in the world to complete mass production of HBM4, the sixth generation of the advanced dynamic random access memory (DRAM) variant, which stacks multiple DRAM chips to dramatically boost data processing speeds compared to conventional products. “The completion of HBM4 development marks a milestone in the semiconductor industry,” SK hynix HBM development head Cho Joo-hwan said. “By supplying the product that meets customer needs in performance, power efficiency and reliability in a timely manner, SK hynix will fulfill its time to market and maintain a competitive position.” SK hynix has cemented its status as the world’s most influential memory chipmaker on the back of its dominant supply of HBM3 and HBM3E for Nvidia’s AI accelerators. As demand rises, chipmakers are scrambling to secure an early lead in HBM4. SK hynix has pulled ahead

Sep 12, 2025By Nam Hyun-woo
SK hynix completes HBM4 development, mass production ready

Samsung SDS unveils strategy as full-stack partner for AI transformation

Samsung SDS highlighted its full-stack artificial intelligence (AI) service strategy, encompassing infrastructure, consulting, platforms and solutions, to help companies across industries with AI transformation. The company held its annual REAL Summit at Coex in southern Seoul on Thursday, opening the event with a keynote session to showcase its strategy, global partnerships and use cases from its clients. “When we talk about AI these days, the biggest topic is AI agents, and with them, we are entering a new realm of opportunities … AI innovation requires not only expertise in AI and cloud technologies and an understanding of vast, complex enterprise data, but also careful consideration of security,” Samsung SDS CEO Lee June-hee said during the session. “Verifying each step and finding real, applicable use cases are far from easy. That’s why anyone considering AI innovation inevitably needs a reliable information technology (IT) partner.” To drive AI transformation in business, Samsung SDS offers a full-stack service with its generative AI platform FabriX that connects multip

Sep 11, 2025By Lee Gyu-lee
Samsung SDS unveils strategy as full-stack partner for AI transformation

KT apologizes for mobile payment fraud cases

Mobile carrier KT on Thursday apologized to its users over a string of unauthorized mobile payment fraud cases that rattled the public with the unprecedented use of rogue cellular base stations. The telecom company also confirmed that the personal information of more than 5,500 users may have been stolen in the fraud cases, and reported the breach to the country’s telecom regulator. “I stand here with a heavy heart to apologize for the concern and anxiety caused by the recent mobile payment fraud cases,” KT CEO Kim Young-shub said during a press conference at its headquarters in Seoul. “We sincerely apologize to the Korean public, our customers, related institutions and the customers who suffered losses … We have mobilized all of the company’s resources and personnel to prevent further losses, implementing technical measures and preparing to fully compensate affected customers.” The mobile payment breach first surfaced last week as police investigated unauthorized mobile charges affecting KT users residing in certain parts of Seoul and Gyeonggi Province. About 20 victims rep

Sep 11, 2025By Nam Hyun-woo
KT apologizes for mobile payment fraud cases

KAIST president receives top honor from French gov’t

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) President Lee Kwang Hyung was awarded the Legion of Honour (Legion d’Honneur), a top distinction conferred by the French government, the university said Thursday. During a ceremony at the French ambassador’s residence in Seoul, Lee was conferred the distinction of Officier of the Legion of Honour in recognition of his academic and scientific achievements and his contributions to advancing the cooperation between Korea and France. The Legion of Honour is the highest order of merit awarded by the French government, granted to individuals who have contributed to the development of France and the international community in fields such as the military, academia, culture, science and industry. The Officier rank is the fourth out of five classes in the order. Lee earned his doctoral degree at INSA Lyon in France and has been spearheading bilateral cooperation in research and innovation. He was previously awarded the Chevalier rank of the Legion of Honour in 2003 in recognition of his achievements. Since taking office as KAIST presid

Sep 11, 2025By Nam Hyun-woo
KAIST president receives top honor from French gov’t

Tech firms race to recruit AI specialists

As artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as the go-to concept for corporate survival, Korea’s tech giants are scrambling to fill their staffs with AI specialists. They are doubling down on recruitment, partnerships and academic outreach, while also making efforts to lock in experts already on their payroll. In a move signaling urgency, Kakao on Monday launched its first-ever groupwide hiring campaign, breaking from its traditionally conservative hiring practices. The large-scale recruitment drive spans all job categories across its affiliates, including Kakao Games, Mobility, Bank, Entertainment and Pay. It is aimed at securing what the company calls “AI native” professionals — individuals who grew up surrounded by AI and digital tools. “Today’s young people are the first generation to grow up alongside diverse AI technologies, learning to use them and developing together,” company CEO Chung Shin-a said while announcing the campaign earlier this month. “We look forward to young talents who can discover creative answers through distinctive and unconventional questions.”

Sep 11, 2025By Lee Gyu-lee
Tech firms race to recruit AI specialists

SMR sensor startup draws seed investments from FuturePlay

X-Sentry, a startup developing sensor solutions for small modular reactors (SMRs), has secured seed investments from a number of accelerators, including FuturePlay, the companies said Thursday. X-Sentry is developing sensor solutions for the safety monitoring of next-generation SMRs. The company owns sensor technology that maintains high accuracy and durability in extreme environments, while its miniaturized design allows for minimal changes to reactor structures. Along with FuturePlay, Seoul National University’s investment firm Seoul Techno Holdings and venture capital SOLiD X participated the early investing round. The raised amount was not disclosed. With the latest investment, X-Sentry plans to accelerate the commercialization of its technology. The company will begin supplying products to domestic SMR research firms and institutions this year, as well as pursuing validation through leading overseas research organizations. “X-Sentry will be the eyes and ears of next-generation SMRs, enabling a future where mankind can benefit from safe and clean nuclear energy,” X-Sentry said

Sep 11, 2025By Nam Hyun-woo
SMR sensor startup draws seed investments from FuturePlay
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