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Samsung and SK Hynix are reportedly testing Chinese chipmaking tools
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are reportedly testing chipmaking tools from Chinese company AMEC amid concerns over potential U.S. export restrictions. While no decision has been made to fully transition, the companies have been testing the tools for up to two years. These chips are crucial for smartphones, tablets, and AI technology, and potential restrictions could impact the broader tech and gaming industries.
Chinese RAM is reportedly landing in laptops from HP, Asus and Acer but it won't change the memory crisis overnight
Chinese memory manufacturer CXMT is reportedly supplying chips to HP, Asus, and Acer for use in their laptops, primarily in non-US markets. While CXMT's market share is growing, the limited supply is intended to avoid disrupting relationships with major global memory chipmakers like Micron, Samsung Electronics, and SK Hynix. This development comes amidst a global memory crisis, with demand expected to outstrip supply for years to come.
Gleefully counting its billions, Samsung cries warning of a 'severe' memory supply crisis next year
Samsung Electronics reported record profits for Q2 2026, driven by AI data center demand, but warns of a severe memory supply crisis expected to worsen through 2028. Competitor SK hynix also faces scrutiny over HBM4 shipment slowdowns. Both companies are experiencing record profits amidst these supply constraints.
Samsung Launches New 990 SSD with Faster Speeds and Improved Power Efficiency | Invision Game Community
Samsung Electronics has launched the new Samsung 990 SSD, available in 1TB and 2TB capacities, featuring PCIe 4.0 support, improved power efficiency, and sequential read speeds up to 7,250 MB/s. The drive is designed for gamers and content creators, offering faster loading times and improved workflow responsiveness, with the 2TB model capable of storing approximately 30 large-scale games.
Pearl Abyss Brings Crimson Desert to Gamescom 2026 with Samsung Electronics, Showcases Development Insights at Gamescom Dev
Pearl Abyss will showcase Crimson Desert at Gamescom 2026 in partnership with Samsung Electronics, featuring hands-on gameplay and developer presentations on its technology. The company will also host technical sessions at Gamescom dev, detailing world-building and the proprietary BlackSpace Engine. Crimson Desert has already sold over 6 million copies since its March release.
Samsung has swerved a planned South Korean factory strike with a last-minute deal, so the memory machine rumbles on
Samsung Electronics has reached a last-minute agreement with its labor union, averting a planned 18-day strike. The union had previously demanded 15% of annual operating profits for employee bonuses and the removal of a salary cap on performance pay. The details of the new proposal are yet to be revealed, but the union has agreed to suspend the strike pending an internal vote.
Former Samsung boss predicts the memory crisis could be over in the second half of next year thanks to a…
A former Samsung Electronics executive predicts the global memory chip crisis could end in the latter half of 2027 or early 2028 due to a significant increase in manufacturing capacity in China. This surge in supply, potentially driven by a slowdown in AI industry investment, could lead to a substantial drop in memory prices, shifting the market from a shortage to a potential glut.
The rise of glasses-free 3D light-field displays: Samsung has created a 2D/3D switchable screen using a 'metasurface lenticular lens' with 'nanoscale structures' for no-compromise viewing — and it follows impressive demos from TCL and others
Samsung Electronics has developed a new glasses-free 3D light-field display technology using a metasurface lenticular lens with nanoscale structures. This innovation allows for seamless switching between high-resolution 2D and realistic 3D images, addressing limitations of previous light-field displays such as bulky lenses and narrow viewing angles. While initial applications are expected for phones, tablets, and commercial displays, the technology could potentially find its way into future gaming devices like a hypothetical Nintendo Switch successor.
'We have no choice but to impose a severe punishment': Ex Samsung researcher sentenced to 7 years in prison for leaking DRAM tech to a Chinese competitor
A former Samsung Electronics researcher has been sentenced to seven years in prison in South Korea for leaking crucial DRAM semiconductor technology to Chinese competitor CXMT. The court found the researcher received approximately $2 million and stock options over six years for the leaked 18nm process technology, which cost Samsung over $1 billion to develop. This case highlights South Korea's priority in protecting its advanced technology amid high global memory demand.
Samsung is cashing in on the memory crisis, as it estimates profits of over 8 times this period last year
Samsung Electronics has released its first quarter 2026 earnings guidance, projecting consolidated sales of 133 trillion Korean won ($88.6 billion) and an operating profit of 57.2 trillion Korean won. This significant increase in profit, attributed to the ongoing memory crisis driven by AI demand, represents an over eight-fold increase compared to the first quarter of 2025. The company is also investing heavily in advanced manufacturing, including ordering EUV machines from ASML to boost production capacity for DRAM and HBM4.
AI funding uncertainties are shaking up memory producers. Will we finally be able to afford RAM again?
Uncertainties in AI funding, particularly concerning OpenAI's financial stability and its impact on memory procurement, are beginning to affect RAM prices. Major manufacturers like Micron and SK Hynix have seen stock value drops, leading to a decline in RAM prices in some markets. This trend offers hope for consumers and potentially future console launches like the PlayStation 6 and new Xbox.
Industry insiders say Samsung has confirmed a DRAM price increase of 'over 100%' for its customers, so brace yourself for the next phase of the dreaded RAMpocalypse
Samsung Electronics has confirmed a DRAM price increase of over 100% for its customers in the first quarter, a significant jump from the 70% increase in January. This follows similar price hike announcements from SK Hynix, with manufacturers considering switching to monthly contracts due to high demand, particularly for AI servers. The rising costs are expected to impact end consumers, with potential for further increases in RAM, GPU, and SSD prices.
Jobs Roundup: February 2026 | UK games publisher PQube appoints Dominic Wheatley as chairman
Several key appointments and leadership transitions have occurred across the games industry. Dominic Wheatley has been named chairman of PQube, Ricardo Briceno is the new CEO of Gamefam, and Craig Cincotta has returned to Xbox. Additionally, Christie Golden joins IO Interactive as principal writer, and Joshua Mills takes over as creative director for Rainbow Six Siege at Ubisoft Montréal.
