South Korea flags a record $530bn budget, paid for by the AI chip boom — 2026-07-13

Impact Vector: Technology · Jul 13, 2026 · 8m

## Short Segments TSMC is expanding its advanced packaging capabilities in Taiwan, a move that could ease current supply chain constraints in AI chip production. Samsung accelerates its Yongin chip plant timeline, aiming to meet surging demand for memory chips by 2029. Research highlights a new challenge in AI-driven workplaces: 'never-skilling,' where juniors fail to develop critical debugging skills. Raxio Group expands its data center footprint in Africa, raising $380 million to enter Tanzania. Tata Consultancy Services is betting on AI with plans to hire 8,900 engineers, aiming to defend…