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Samsung says AI will drive technology demand in second half
Samsung’s AI-driven sales surge signals strong demand for memory chips and tech devices amid positive business conditions.
Headline
Samsung’s AI-driven sales surge signals strong demand for memory chips and tech devices amid positive business conditions.
Context
Samsung believes that AI technologies are driving a surge in the sale of its products, especially its chip division, which accounts for two-thirds of the company’s operating profit. Samsung expects demand for artificial intelligence to hold strong in the second half, promoting sales of memory chips and tech devices, according to Samsung Electronics on Tuesday.
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Analysis
“In the second half of 2024, business conditions are expected to remain positive with demand – mainly around generative AI – holding strong, despite continued volatility relating to macroeconomic trends and geopolitical issues,” Samsung said in a statement. Samsung’s memory chip sales nearly doubled in the first quarter compared to the previous year, driven by a significant increase in prices following a severe downturn, attributed to the AI boom. Also read: Apple in talks with OpenAI over iPhone AI features Also read: AI startup Synthesia launches Expressive Avatars
Key Points
- Samsung’s strategic focus on AI is boosting sales momentum, with strong demand expected for AI technologies in the second half of 2024.
- The company’s chip division, historically vital to its profitability, has rebounded significantly, transitioning from losses to substantial profits driven by increased demand for AI-related products.
- Samsung’s commitment to AI is evident in its mass production of high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips tailored for generative AI chipsets, aligning with industry trends and competitive strategies.
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