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Samsung Unveils HBM4 Chips, Shares Surge 7.6%

2/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has begun shipping its advanced HBM4 memory chips.
The chips run at 11.7 Gbps, a 22% gain over HBM3E, with potential speeds reaching 13 Gbps.
The move aims to close the gap with SK Hynix and Micron Technology, both producing HBM4.
Samsung's shares rose 7.6% after the announcement.
The company plans to deliver HBM4E samples in late 2026.

History

Historical Context

The invention of the metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) in 1959 laid the groundwork for modern semiconductor technology. By 1971, Intel's release of the first microprocessor catalyzed the semiconductor industry, prompting significant investments from companies like Samsung and Micron Technology. This ongoing technological race continues to shape computing power, with Samsung's HBM4 memory chips achieving 11.7 Gbps, reflecting advancements in memory technology.

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Story summary

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has begun shipping its advanced HBM4 memory chips.
The chips run at 11.7 Gbps, a 22% gain over HBM3E, with potential speeds reaching 13 Gbps.
The move aims to close the gap with SK Hynix and Micron Technology, both producing HBM4.
Samsung's shares rose 7.6% after the announcement.
The company plans to deliver HBM4E samples in late 2026.

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