Samsung Electronics and SK hynix have entered new strategic partnerships with OpenAI under its Stargate initiative, aimed at expanding AI infrastructure globally and in South Korea. The agreement focuses on strengthening the supply of advanced memory chips, which are vital for next-generation AI systems, and developing large-scale data centers across Korea. Samsung and SK plan to increase production to 900,000 DRAM wafer starts per month to support the computational needs of OpenAI’s models.
OpenAI also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT to explore new data center sites beyond Seoul, promoting regional development and job creation. As part of the partnership, Samsung and SK will integrate ChatGPT Enterprise and API tools into their operations to enhance productivity and innovation. Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, stated, “We’re excited to work with Samsung Electronics, SK hynix, and the Ministry of Science and ICT through our global Stargate initiative to support Korea’s AI ambitions.”
SK Chairman Chey Tae-won added, “As primary partners, SK and OpenAI will jointly drive global AI infrastructure innovation through expanding collaboration spanning infrastructure, model development, applications, and breakthrough research on next-generation AI computing solutions.”