Samsung memory chip staff in line for £310,000 bonuses after AI profit-sharing deal Agreement averts strike and shows latest impact of AI boom as two more chipmakers join $1tn club The Guardian - UK · May 27
Team Group CEO warns that DRAM and SSD prices will still rise: 'If you need memory, we recommend purchasing it as soon as possible' Prices for server products are increasing by 30% per quarter, and general PC parts could follow suit. PC Gamer · May 27
How to complete Fishing for Adventure in Disney Dreamlight Valley Scour the valley for some special fishing spots. Destructoid · May 27
Memory chip giants SK Hynix and Micron cross $1tn valuation amid AI mania South Korea's SK Hynix and US chipmaker Micron both surpassed $1 trillion (€860bn) in market capitalisation within 24 hours of each other. Seoul's KOSPI index also hit an all-time high as AI continues to reshape markets. Euronews · May 27
Two memory manufacturers join Samsung in the $1 trillion market cap club, global DRAM revenue is nearing $100,000,000,000, and I'm here with my head in my hands Insert 'congrats happy for you' meme here. PC Gamer · May 27
AI rally: SK Hynix, Micron Technology join trillion-dollar club; Taiwan bourse overtakes India in market value The AI boom is fueling a surge in chipmakers like SK Hynix, Samsung, and Micron, pushing them into the $1 trillion market-cap club. This global tech rally has propelled Taiwan past India in market value, highlighting the dominance of AI-driven semiconductor giants. The Economic Times · May 27
Samsung’s $416,000 chip worker bonuses may reshape labour battles in South Korea Samsung Electronics has agreed to a significant bonus deal with its union, a move that could reshape wage bargaining in South Korea. Memory chip workers will receive substantial bonuses tied to operating profit. This agreement, averting a major strike, is expected to embolden other unions to seek similar profit-sharing arrangements. The Economic Times · May 27
SK Hynix joins $1 trillion club after Samsung, Micron on AI chip boom SK Hynix has crossed the $1 trillion market value mark. This milestone follows similar achievements by rivals Samsung Electronics and Micron Technology. The surge is driven by strong demand for AI memory chips. This has boosted South Korea's KOSPI index to record highs. Investors are showing significant interest in semiconductor… The Economic Times · May 27
Global Market Update: South Korea's KOSPI hits record as SK Hynix joins $1 trillion club after Samsung, Micron South Korea's KOSPI index reached an all-time high as SK Hynix joined Samsung Electronics and Micron Technology in the $1 trillion market capitalization club. This surge, driven by strong demand for AI memory chips, saw SK Hynix shares jump 11.1%, contributing significantly to the KOSPI's impressive year-to-date performance. The Economic Times · May 27
Scientists Develop Nasal Spray That May Help Reverse Brain Aging Scientists at Texas A&M University have developed an experimental nasal spray that could one day help reverse brain aging and restore memory. The promising research is raising hopes for future treatments targeting dementia and age-related cognitive decline. Medical Daily · May 27
Samsung workers approve pay deal, shares surge Samsung Electronics unionized workers have approved a bonus pay deal, averting an 18-day strike. The agreement, however, creates significant pay disparities, with memory chip division workers set to receive substantial bonuses, while others in consumer electronics will get much less. This deal aims to narrow the gap with rival SK… The Economic Times · May 27
Samsung plans $1.5 billion chip testing plant in Vietnam, document shows Samsung Electronics is investing $1.5 billion in Vietnam to build a new semiconductor testing plant, set to begin operations in November 2027. This expansion aims to address the global shortage of DRAM and NAND memory chips, exacerbated by surging AI demand. The Economic Times · May 27
Samsung workers avert strike, secure bonus deal after AI profit surge Samsung union members on Wednesday signed a deal securing massive annual bonuses – averting a major strike in South Korea where Samsung Electronics alone accounts for around 12.5 percent of gross domestic product. Global demand for the memory chips that power AI data centres has turbocharged Samsung's earnings in recent… France 24 · May 26
Scientists say this simple thing may reverse brain aging and restore memory in weeks Scientists have developed an experimental nasal spray that shows promise in reversing brain aging. This treatment targets chronic inflammation, a key factor in cognitive decline. Early studies indicate it can restore memory and improve brain function after just two doses. Researchers believe this could lead to new therapies for dementia… The Economic Times · May 26
International Business Times · May 26 Micron Tops $1 Trillion Market Value After Soaring Over Demand For Its Memory Chips Micron topped a $1 trillion market value on Tuesday after soaring 18% due to continued demand for its memory chips.
TechRadar · May 26 Bosgame P4 Ultra review: Nothing here convinces me that AMD Zen 3 is sufficiently exciting for the current mini PC market The Bosgame P4 Ultra uses an older AMD Ryzen 7 architecture but remains an effective general-purpose mini PC
International Business Times · May 26 A Shift from Creative Silence To Cultural Voice: Ken Vann Aims To Reignite Art, Memory And Dialogue Vann's return extends through visual art, public writing, cultural commentary, and curated conversations. He is building a wider platform committed to history, identity, political reflection, and the preservation of Black cultural memory.
Barchart · May 26 Micron Stock Has Soared 200% YTD. Why It May Still Have Room to Run. Despite the surge, Micron’s valuation still looks attractive relative to its earnings growth potential.
MusicRadar · May 26 Arturia Memory V “resurrects the analogue majesty of the Memorymoog with breathtaking authenticity” Moog’s ‘80s poly gets emulated with modern enhancements including a multi-track arpeggiator and new modulators
France 24 · May 26 Louvre’s $100 million jewel heist to be adapted for the big screen The audacious $100 million Louvre jewel robbery that stunned France last year is heading to the big screen, with director Romain Gavras adapting a new book on the case. Despite arrests and months of investigation, the stolen gems remain missing, fuelling intrigue around one of the most spectacular art-world crimes…
Tom’s Hardware · May 26 Intel’s new Bartlett Lake flagship loses fight to a four-year-old CPU — Core 9 273PQE has 50% more P-cores but can't surpass Core i9-13900K in games German media outlet PC Games Hardware benchmarks the Core 9 273PQE and compares it to modern mainstream processors.
The Economic Times · May 26 Micron joins $1 trillion club as AI race powers memory chip boom Micron has reached a significant milestone, crossing $1 trillion in market value for the first time. This achievement highlights the company's strong performance. Its shares saw a substantial increase. This surge is linked to a brokerage firm raising its price target significantly. Micron is now recognised as a major beneficiary…
MarketBeat · May 26 5 Stocks Winning the AI Race While Everyone Watches NVIDIA The real AI growth story has shifted to physical infrastructure. Keith Kaplan of TradeSmith identifies 5 stocks across memory, photonics, cooling, power, and the grid that still have significant upside.
The Economic Times · May 26 China's Xiaomi Q1 profit sinks 43% on higher memory chip costs Xiaomi's first-quarter net profit saw a significant 43% drop. High memory chip costs pressured its smartphone sales. The company is investing heavily in electric vehicles and AI for new growth. Its EV business revenue increased but operations related to new initiatives incurred losses. Smartphone shipments declined, impacting revenue and margins.…
PC Gamer · May 26 Samsung has reportedly developed 900-layer flash memory chips and I'm thinking SSDs could get seriously cheap if this AI bubble ever pops Two 450-layer memory chips bonded together.