Samsung readies $648B bet, report says, as AI boom reshapes South Korea
Samsung is preparing a $648 billion investment plan, according to a report, as the artificial intelligence boom reshapes South Korea's economy and technology landscape.
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Samsung is preparing a $648 billion investment plan, according to a report, as the artificial intelligence boom reshapes South Korea's economy and technology landscape.
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