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September 2
- SK Hynix Ramps Up DRAM Business on Rapid AI Growth➀ Samsung and SK Hynix are expanding their DRAM business due to the rapid growth of AI, which is expected to make the global DRAM market surpass the foundry sector. ➁ Samsung plans to build a new production line for DRAM and HBM chips in Pyeongtaek, while SK Hynix is set to triple its investment in DRAM chips. ➂ The global memory chip market, including DRAM and NAND flash, is forecast to nearly double to $175 billion this year, driven by investments in AI data centers.
August 27
- Samsung Supplies LPDDR4X Auto Chip to Qualcomm, Set for LPDDR5 Deal➀ Samsung has started supplying its LPDDR4X automotive chip to Qualcomm after completing performance verification. ➁ This marks Samsung's first collaboration with Qualcomm in the automotive chip segment. ➂ Samsung is also developing the next-generation LPDDR5 automotive chip, with samples expected in Q4 2024. ➃ The LPDDR4X chip meets the AEC-Q100 standard and guarantees stable performance in extreme temperatures. ➄ Samsung expects to strengthen its presence in the auto chip market by adding Qualcomm to its client list.
August 19
- SK Hynix's Turnaround Gains Traction from US, China➀ SK Hynix's US sales nearly tripled to $11.8 billion in H1 2024. ➁ The company's US and China operations turned profitable. ➂ Strong demand for AI chips and HBM3E contributed to the growth.