{
  "id": 7774690,
  "title": "SK hynix reportedly discussing US memory chip manufacturing with Intel — options include leasing Ohio plant or forming joint venture with other AI hyperscalers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/sk-hynix-reportedly-discussing-us-memory-chip-manufacturing-with",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-09-16T11:20:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Hardware",
    "slug": "tom-s-hardware",
    "url": "https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/semiconductors/sk-hynix-reportedly-discussing-us-memory-chip-manufacturing-with-intel-options-include-leasing-ohio-plant-or-forming-joint-venture-with-other-ai-hyperscalers"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "SK hynix, a South Korean memory chip manufacturer, is reportedly engaged in discussions with Intel to establish a manufacturing presence in the United States, according to Reuters. The company is exploring several avenues, such as leasing space at the Intel Ohio One development and collaborating with Intel and other AI hyperscalers in need of HBM. AI data centers are consuming an increasing amount of memory and storage supplies, and Samsung has recently unveiled three next-generation memory technologies aimed at catering to the AI data center sector. The establishment of a U.S. manufacturing base could help alleviate the ongoing memory shortage, and it aligns with SK Group's chairperson Chey Tae-won's expressed desire to build a factory in the United States. However, there are concerns that the South Korean government might oppose such an investment, as it has unveiled a $520 billion plan to increase domestic chipmaking capacity to maintain its competitiveness in the AI race. Simultaneously, Seoul is engaged in negotiations with the U.S. to finalize a $350 billion investment commitment that includes $200 billion yet to be allocated to specific projects. The Commerce Department has indicated that it may impose additional tariffs on South Korean and Taiwanese tech firms if they do not invest in U.S. manufacturing. As a result, SK hynix finds itself in a challenging position, attempting to balance the White House's demands and the South Korean government's expectations. Neither SK hynix nor Intel has confirmed these rumors, with SK hynix stating that it is reviewing various measures, including establishing additional production bases, to bolster the competitiveness of its memory business. Intel, for its part, dismissed the reports as speculation and affirmed that it continues to invest in the Ohio project, which is projected to commence operation between 2030 and 2031.",
  "summary": "Sources say SK hynix and Intel are in talks to start HBM manufacturing in the United States. Both companies refused to confirm the rumors, though, as SK hynix could potentially be put in a precarious position as trade talks between Seoul and Washington continue.",
  "key_points": [
    "SK hynix exploring US manufacturing with Intel",
    "Options include leasing Ohio plant or joint venture",
    "Concerns over South Korean government opposition"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}