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No plans have been confirmed regarding the reported talks between SK hynix and Intel on memory chip production in the U.S.

SK hynix is in early talks with Intel on possible US memory chip production, including leasing part of Intel’s Ohio fab or forming a joint venture with Intel and cloud firms. However, SK hynix says all options are exploratory and no concrete plans, agreements, or decisions have been made.
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No plans have been confirmed regarding the reported talks between SK hynix and Intel on memory chip production in the U.S.

○ This relates to a recent report published on September 16, 2026, titled, “SK Hynix in talks with Intel about deal to make memory chips in the US for the first time, sources say.”

  • The report states that “SK hynix is in talks with Intel about a deal to manufacture memory chips in the United States.”
  • It also mentions a potential scenario in which SK hynix could lease part of Intel’s long-planned semiconductor manufacturing facility in Ohio.
  • Another scenario mentioned in the report is the possibility of establishing a joint venture involving SK hynix, Intel and major cloud companies.

<SK hynix’s Position>

○ SK hynix is exploring various options to strengthen its global competitiveness, but no specific plans or arrangements have been finalized at this time. No decisions have been made regarding the two scenarios mentioned in the article.

  • We would like to clarify that nothing has been finalized regarding cooperation with any specific companies mentioned in the article or memory chip production in the United States.

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