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Eight South Korean students detained after attempting to enter US military base

Eight South Korean university students have been detained after allegedly attempting to enter Osan Air Base, a major United States military installation south of Seoul, during a protest linked to concerns over the country’s semiconductor industry and artificial intelligence strategy. According......

Apple shares fall as supply constraints raise concerns over growth and iPhone demand

Apple shares fell sharply in premarket trading on Friday after the company warned that ongoing supply constraints are expected to weigh on future growth, prompting investors to reassess both production prospects and consumer demand for upcoming iPhone models. The stock dropped 7.3% before the opening......

Seoul stock market surges 16% as tech giants rebound after AI profitability fears

South Korea's stock market posted a sharp rebound on Friday, with the benchmark Kospi index soaring more than 16% after a turbulent week dominated by investor concerns over the future profitability of artificial intelligence investments. The dramatic recovery reflects renewed confidence in the country's......

Samsung’s AI-driven chip boom fuels 19-fold surge in second-quarter operating profit

Samsung Electronics has delivered an extraordinary jump in second-quarter earnings, underscoring the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the global semiconductor industry and reinforcing the company's position at the center of the AI hardware supply chain. The South Korean technology......

Logitech shares tumble after supplier factory shutdown raises holiday sales concerns

Shares of Logitech fell sharply on Wednesday after reports of a temporary shutdown at one of the company's supplier factories sparked concerns about potential supply disruptions ahead of the crucial year-end holiday shopping season. The Swiss maker of computer peripherals saw its stock decline by......

South Korean officials apologize over leveraged single-stock ETFs amid market turmoil

South Korea's top economic policymakers have publicly apologized for the introduction of single-stock leveraged exchange-traded funds (ETFs) after the products came under scrutiny for their potential role in amplifying volatility during the country's recent stock market downturn. Speaking during......

US and South Korean tech giants forge a $950 billion artificial intelligence alliance

Major technology companies from the United States and South Korea have agreed to pursue a series of strategic partnerships and projects with a combined value estimated at $950 billion, highlighting the growing importance of artificial intelligence and advanced semiconductor technology. The cooperation......

Samsung secures Broadcom AI chip partnership worth over $200 billion through 2030

Samsung Electronics has secured one of the most significant semiconductor partnerships in its recent history, announcing a long-term agreement with U.S.-based chip designer Broadcom that is expected to generate business valued at more than $200 billion through 2030. The agreement expands collaboration......

Samsung expands foldable smartphone lineup as rising chip costs drive price increases

Samsung Electronics has reinforced its commitment to the premium foldable smartphone market by introducing a new compact foldable device while increasing prices across its latest foldable range, reflecting mounting production costs and intensifying competition ahead of Apple's expected market entry. The......