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Samsung Electronics forecasts record Q1 operating profit of 57.2 trillion won
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Samsung Electronics estimated a record first-quarter operating profit of 57.2 trillion won ($37.9 billion) on Tuesday, driven by surging demand for AI chips. The figure marks a 755 percent increase from a year earlier, with sales reaching 133 trillion won for the first time exceeding 100 trillion won. The results surpassed analysts' expectations amid a booming AI sector.
A new perception chip is set to bring spatial intelligence to next-generation wearables. The device promises real-time understanding of the world in slim designs like Aviator glasses.
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Samsung Electro-Mechanics has agreed to a major supply deal with Tesla. The agreement involves FC BGA components worth 16.5 billion dollars for AI6 chips. These chips will support Tesla's self-driving systems and Optimus robot projects.
Elon Musk announced that Tesla's next-generation AI5 chip is almost complete, with early work already underway on AI6 and plans for a nine-month development cycle for future iterations. The chips are expected to become the highest-volume AI processors globally, powering vehicles, robots, and more. This update highlights Tesla's aggressive push in AI hardware for autonomy and beyond.