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TechMeme July 13, 2026

Samsung says it now aims to begin operations at its first chipmaking plant in South Korea's Yongin by 2029, bringing the timeline forward from 2030 or 2031 (Henry Siu/The Information)

Samsung Electronics aims to start operations at its first chipmaking plant in Yongin by 2029. The plant was initially scheduled to open in 2030 or 2031. Operations will begin a year earlier than planned.