Samsung forecasts record profit as demand for AI chips surges

Samsung Electronics has projected a massive jump in its first-quarter operating profit, estimating it will be more than seven times higher than the same period last year. The company attributes this to a strong rebound in the semiconductor market, driven largely by soaring demand for chips used in artificial intelligence technology.

While the AI boom is fueling this record performance, some reports note potential risks to the global supply chain, including the availability of a specific noble gas, which could be affected by geopolitical tensions.