A Merger Between Samsung's LSI and Foundry Divisions Is Getting Increasingly Likely

A merger between Samsung's LSI and Foundry divisions is getting increasingly likely

Samsung's chip-manufacturing business isn't doing great, and poor yield is partially to blame. Even the Galaxy S25 series switched entirely to Snapdragon this year. Though the Exynos will return to the S26 series if the rumors are correct. The issues with Samsung's LSI (the chip design arm) run so deep that reports suggest a merger between Samsung LSI and another division, most likely Foundry. The initial rumors suggest that Samsung is planning …

Samsung's Chip Shake-Up: Divisions May Merge Amidst Tough Times

Samsung is going through a bit of a rough patch, as its chip division is struggling. As such, the company will need to make some tough choices. According to a new report, Samsung may consider merging System LSI with another subsidiary within the company. As you may know, Samsung is a massive corporation, and it’s composed of several different divisions. System LSI is the division that manufactures Exynos chips, along with ISOCELL camera sensors …

IPValue Affiliate Licenses Samsung to Marlin Semiconductor Patent Portfolio

IPValue Management, Inc. (IPValue) and Longitude Licensing Ltd. announced that Longitude has granted Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. a license to the semiconductor portfolio held by Longitude subsidiary Marlin Semiconductor Ltd. (Marlin). Marlin acquired its portfolio of logic, memory, manufacturing process, and packaging patents from United Microelectronics Corporation in 2021. This deal continues IPValue’s track record […] The post IPValue Affil…

Samsung considers merging semiconductor chip divisions

Samsung’s chip division has long been a cornerstone of the company’s revenue and profits. However, in recent years, its semiconductor business has faced mounting challenges. Among its various divisions, System LSI—the unit responsible for designing Exynos processors, ISOCELL camera sensors, and other sensor technologies—has been struggling the most. This has reportedly prompted Samsung to consider […] The post Samsung Eyes Major Chip Division Me…

Samsung reportedly considering merging its semiconductor chip divisions

Samsung's chip division has been the major source of the company's revenue and profit over the past few decades. However, lately, its chip businesses have been struggling. System LSI, a sub-division of Samsung's chip business, has been struggling the most. Hence, the company is reportedly considering merging it with other divisions. System LSI designs Exynos chips, ISOCELL camera sensors, and other types of sensors for several applications. Sy…