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Samsung and SK Hynix are pivoting from memory chips to AI ecosystems with massive Anthropic investments. Discover what this means for your KOSPI portfolio. Introduction: The Titan’s Next Move For decades, the story of the South Korean stock market has been synonymous with the rise of its semiconductor giants. Samsung Electronics (KRX: 005930) and SK Hynix (KRX: 000660) have recently reported record-breaking operating profits, solidifying their dominance in the global memory market. However, the narrative is shifting. It is no longer just about how much they earn, but where they spend it . Recent reports indicate that these two behemoths are funneling their massive cash reserves—often totaling tens of trillions of KRW (e.g., 10 trillion KRW is approx. $7.4 billion USD)—into Anthropic , a leading US-based AI startup founded by former OpenAI executives. For foreign retail investors, this move marks a critical evolution from traditional manufacturing to a high-stakes AI ecosystem play. T...

Samsung Foundry (KRX: 005930) is securing major AI deals with Anthropic, Tesla, and Nvidia. Discover why this shift could bridge the gap with TSMC. Introduction: The Sleeping Giant of Silicon Awakes For the past few years, the narrative surrounding the semiconductor industry has been dominated by a single name: TSMC. While the Taiwanese giant has held a near-monopoly on high-end chip production, Samsung Electronics (KRX: 005930) —the world's largest memory maker—has been quietly restructuring its Foundry (contract manufacturing) business for a major comeback. Recent moves suggest that the 'underdog' of the foundry world is finally ready to challenge the status quo, fueled by the explosive growth of Generative AI. The Anthropic Connection: More Than Just a Venture Capital Play In a move that sent ripples through the tech world, Samsung recently participated in a massive Series H funding round for Anthropic , the US-based AI powerhouse behind the 'Claude' LLM (a prima...