Samsung Electronics is in discussions to produce a key component for Google's next-generation AI chip, codenamed 'Ispfish.' The chip's main processor will be made by TSMC, while Samsung is expected to handle the memory I/O Die using its 2nm process.
Prosecutors raided Samsung Electronics' headquarters in Suwon over suspicions employees of its subsidiary, Rainbow Robotics, used insider information for unfair profits during the chipmaker's acquisition of the robotics firm's shares between 2022 and 2024.
Prosecutors have launched a forced investigation into Samsung Electronics' headquarters in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, over allegations that Rainbow Robotics executives and employees used undisclosed information to gain illicit profits during Samsung's acquisition process. The Financial Services Commission had previously reported 16 individuals, including Rainbow Robotics' CEO and former CFO, for violating the Capital Markets Act.
As of 3:30 PM, foreign investors showed net purchases of SK Square and DB Hi-Tek, while Samsung Electronics led net sales. Data from KRX and Yonhap Infomax.
Samsung Electronics remains South Korea's most valuable brand in 2026, despite a 7.4% drop in value to $74.1 billion. SK hynix entered the top 10 for the first time, while Hyundai Motor ranked second.
Samsung Electronics is holding a blood donation campaign for its employees nationwide, using Galaxy XR devices to help reduce tension during the donation process. SK Telecom is also enhancing its customer benefits program and services.
Samsung Electronics' DX division will officially introduce external generative AI services like ChatGPT, Gemini Enterprise, and Claude to employees on May 12th. This move aims to enhance productivity, innovate work methods, and boost business competitiveness.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will visit Samsung Electronics' Digital City in Suwon on May 15th to discuss AI-driven business innovation with employees. This visit follows Samsung's official adoption of external generative AI services and aims to deepen the 'Stargate' partnership for AI infrastructure.
Samsung Electronics has launched new general models of its Bespoke AI Steam robot vacuum cleaner, maintaining core features like steam cleaning and obstacle traversal while lowering prices. The new models, priced between 1.41 and 1.59 million won, offer enhanced hygiene and cleaning capabilities and are available through major online channels.
Samsung Electronics' DX division will officially adopt external generative AI services, including ChatGPT, Gemini Enterprise, and Claude, for its employees starting May 12. This move aims to enhance work productivity, innovate work methods, and boost business competitiveness.
Samsung ve Google, moda markaları Gentle Monster ve Warby Parker ile iş birliği yaparak, premium akıllı gözlük koleksiyonunu tanıttı. Gözlükler, klasik tasarımla birlikte Google'ın Gemini yapay zekası, gerçek zamanlı çeviri ve Galaxy ekosistemi uyumluluğu sunuyor.
China's ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) and Yangtze Memory Technologies Corp (YMTC) are moving towards public listings, posing a long-term challenge to Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix despite current technology gaps.
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix stocks dropped over 2% on the KOSPI, influenced by a decline in US markets and Broadcom's weaker-than-expected earnings forecast for AI chip sales. Foreign investors were net sellers of both companies.
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix experienced a decline in early trading on May 4th, influenced by a broad market downturn on Wall Street and Broadcom's disappointing earnings report, which missed market expectations for its AI chip revenue.
Samsung Electronics has secured the top position in the global TV market for the 21st consecutive year, holding a 31.3% market share in Q1 2024. The company leads in premium and large-screen TV segments, driven by its Neo QLED and OLED models, and is now focusing on AI TV popularization.
South Korea's Kospi index has become the world's 6th largest stock market, surpassing India, driven by AI chip demand. SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics' valuations have soared, but concerns about market concentration and potential AI bubble persist.
Samsung Electronics has obtained an Environmental Claim Verification (ECV) certification from UL Solutions for its new material made from recycled styrofoam packaging, which is used as an internal component in its air conditioners and air purifiers.
Samsung Electronics has entered the global top 10 by market capitalization, reaching $1.44 trillion. The company's value has surged over fivefold in just over a year due to high demand for AI chips, making it the second Asian company after TSMC to surpass a trillion dollars.
Samsung Electronics has climbed to 10th place in global market capitalization, surpassing Meta, with its market cap reaching $1.56 trillion. SK Hynix also saw its market cap decrease, falling to 13th place.
Samsung Electronics' stock price surged over 3% to a new record high of 360,500 won, driven by its unveiling of the HBM5 mockup at Computex 2026. The market experienced significant volatility, with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix showing sharp fluctuations throughout the day.
As of 3:30 PM, SK Square was the top net purchaser with 328.97 billion KRW, while Samsung Electronics saw the highest net sales at 393.72 billion KRW. Data from KRX and Yonhap Infomax.
As of 3:30 PM, foreign investors were net buyers of Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, with significant net purchases also seen in LG Electronics and Hyundai Motor. Samsung Electro-Mechanics and LG Innotek were among the top net sold stocks.
Samsung Electronics revealed its first mock-up of 8th-generation High Bandwidth Memory (HBM5) at Computex 2026, showcasing its proprietary Heat Path Block (HPB) technology for advanced heat management. CTO Song Jae-hyuk emphasized the importance of total solution competitiveness in the AI era.
Samsung Electronics has entered the top 10 global listed companies by market capitalization, surpassing Meta. Its market cap reached $1.535 trillion, placing it 10th ahead of Meta and closing in on Tesla.
