South Korea just laid a $19 billion bet on the future of technology. President Yoon Suk Yeol unveiled a pioneering support package to boost the nation’s semiconductor industry on Thursday. This isn’t just any sector; it’s the arena where giants like Samsung and SK Hynix play, shaping tech worldwide. Imagine every gadget you use. Whether […]
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