Samsung and SK Hynix are testing Chinese chip-making tools as a hedge against US risks. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
According to exclusive information from Reuters, South Korean semiconductor giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are conducting tests of Chinese equipment to reduce risks associated with US trade restrictions. This step is seen as an attempt to diversify supply chains and reduce dependence amid geopolitical instability.
The tests are aimed at evaluating the efficiency and reliability of equipment from Chinese manufacturers used in semiconductor production. While specific details have not been disclosed, experts note that such moves could have a significant impact on the global semiconductor market.
Samsung and SK Hynix are the world's largest producers of memory chips, so their decisions influence the future development of the industry. As US technological restrictions against China tighten, Korean companies are forced to seek alternative sources of supply.
Reuters sources report that the tests are at a preliminary stage, and a decision on commercial use has not yet been made. However, continued work in this direction may indicate important changes in global technological competition.