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Samsung, SK hynix on edge as US reconsiders Chips Act awards
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Work hour reform for chipmakers: R&D flexibility or worker exploitation?
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Chip talent shortage crisis reinforced by med school obsession
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Beyond memory: Korea’s next big semiconductor challenge
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LG CNS posts record profit in 2024
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SK hynix workers not satisfied with 1,500% bonus. Why?
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Tech giants race for early lead in next-gen glass substrates
Korean tech giants Samsung, LG and SK are ramping up competition to gain an early lead in glass substrates for chipmaking, a next-generation technology anticipated to significantly enhance chip performance, with top executives signaling their entry into the burgeoning market. At this year’s CES, the world’s largest tech show annually held in Las Vegas, SK Group Chair Chey Tae-won revealed he had “just sold” glass substrates of SKC, the advanced materials arm of the conglomerate producing the cut
Jan. 14, 2025
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Industry Minister reassures US officials in Washington
US lawmakers see South Korea as serving a critical role in the global supply chain and are willing to provide support, Korean Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun said Monday, sharing his reflection after his visit to Washington last week. "During the trip, I learned that Korea’s industries play a big role in the global supply chain and the ecosystem. I met with foreign commerce chambers and investors after all the incidents, and they are all willing to help," Ahn said in a press briefing with reporte
Jan. 13, 2025
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Tech giants focus on robotics, AI, Trump at CES 2025
Korean tech leaders take versatile roles from salesman to trade analyst LAS VEGAS -- The world's largest tech show CES 2025 once again highlighted technological advancements that could reshape the future, while also providing Korean tech giants a platform to address looming trade concerns under the incoming US administration. During the four-day event, which kicked off on Jan. 7, Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics focused on demonstrating their latest AI-powered home automation ecosystems an
Jan. 12, 2025
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Fairfax County development chief courts Korean innovators at CES
Korea Herald Correspondent LAS VEGAS -- Las Vegas teemed with global innovation at this year's CES trade show, and Victor Hoskins, CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, seized the opportunity to deepen ties with Korea, a key partner for his municipality. Fairfax County, Virginia, already hosts over 80 Korean companies, making Korea the country with the largest business presence in the jurisdiction, located just outside Washington, DC. “Our county’s relationship with Korea spa
Jan. 10, 2025
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Cars reading minds: Harman ramps up personalized driving experience with AI
Partnership with Samsung key strength in taking on rivals Korea Herald correspondent LAS VEGAS -- Your face is tense and your eyelids droop slightly as you drive to work in the early morning. As drowsiness creeps in, Luna, an AI-powered in-vehicle voice assistant, appears on the heads-up display and asks, "Do you want to stop by a cafe to get a cup of coffee?" You reply, "Sure, I need my latte." Immediately, the Aura Lighting adjusts the interior lights to create a refreshing morning vibe and yo
Jan. 10, 2025
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We develop Nvidia chips faster than demand: SK chief
Chey Tae-won meet with Nvidia CEO to discuss possible collaboration on physical AI Korea Herald Correspondent LAS VEGAS -- SK hynix’s development pace of its popular AI memory chip has surpassed Nvidia’s demands, and their collaboration is going smoothly, SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won said Wednesday. Hosting a press conference on the sidelines of CES 2025, the world's largest tech show, Chey confirmed that he met with Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang and discussed many issues, including movi
Jan. 9, 2025
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LG Electronics has playbook to handle Trump tariffs: CEO
Tech giant renews robotics vision for 'labor-free' home Korea Herald Correspondent LAS VEGAS -- As US President-elect Donald Trump's second term is set to kick off this month, LG Electronics CEO Cho Joon-wan said the company has already came up with a "playbook," a set of response measures to policy changes under different scenarios. "When President Trump assumes office and imposes tariffs or similar measures, we are prepared to adapt. We have our own playbook, that outlines specific methods for
Jan. 9, 2025
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Samsung ready for Trump's tariffs: CEO
Han Jong-hee shows confidence in tech giant's extensive global supply chain Korea Herald Correspondent LAS VEGAS -- As companies around the world scramble to assess the potential impact of the high-tariff policy pledged by US President-elect Donald Trump, Samsung Electronics is prepared to navigate the challenges thanks to its strong global supply chain management, the tech giant's CEO said Tuesday. By leveraging its diversified production channels and AI technologies, the company will be able t
Jan. 8, 2025
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Huang says Samsung HBM requires redesign to meet Nvidia's needs
Nvidia founder to meet SK chief Chey Tae-won during CES 2025 Korea Herald Correspondent LAS VEGAS -- Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang said Tuesday that Samsung Electronics needs to redesign its high bandwidth memory chips when asked why his company is taking time to adopt its HBM products, but was optimistic the Korean company would succeed. "They have to engineer a new one (HBM), a new design. But they could do it, and they are working very fast," Huang said during a Q&A session held on the
Jan. 8, 2025
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Samsung expands ‘AI for All’ vision at CES 2025
Samsung to launch Ballie AI companion robot in first half of this year Korea Herald correspondent LAS VEGAS -- Samsung Electronics announced its “AI for All” vision at CES 2025 on Monday, highlighting new features of its AI home platform for a more personalized, connected experience. At the CES 2025 Samsung Press Conference, where some 1,300 participants from around the world gathered, the tech giant also unveiled a plan to start sales of its AI companion robot Ballie in the first half of this y
Jan. 7, 2025