SK Hynix in Talks With Intel to Manufacture Memory Chips in the U.S.
South Korean memory chip manufacturer SK Hynix is reportedly discussing with Intel potential plans to produce RAM chips in the United States for the first time. According to Reuters, one option under consideration involves leasing space at Intel’s upcoming Ohio factory or forming a joint venture that may include cloud-service providers. While no final decisions have been made, SK Hynix stated it is exploring options to enhance its global competitiveness. SK Hynix has already invested in U.S.-based chip production through an advanced packaging facility in Indiana for AI chips, set to begin mass production in 2029. The Trump administration’s push to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing and potential tariff policies may influence the deal's feasibility. However, any plan involving sensitive technology could face regulatory scrutiny under South Korean law. The companies previously collaborated when Intel sold its NAND flash-memory business to SK Hynix for $9 billion in 2020.
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