Samsung Electronics said it regretted the collapse of wage negotiations with its South Korean labor union, warning that the dispute could increase anxiety among employees, shareholders, and the broader public.

Samsung Electronics (005930.KS), opens new tab ​and its South Korean labor ‌union failed to reach a pay deal on Wednesday, its union leader said, ​ahead of a planned ​lengthy strike that threatens to disrupt ⁠production of AI and other ​chips.

A recent hands-on experience from a Galaxy S26 Ultra user has drawn attention after they noted a surprisingly useful tool they had not expected to rely on after moving from the device, according to Android Police.

Samsung Electronics has surpassed a $1 trillion market capitalization, becoming only the second Asian company to reach the milestone after TSMC.

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd board chairman Shin Je-yoon has urged unionised workers to resolve ongoing pay disputes with management, warning that a planned strike could damage both the company and the wider economy.

Apple has held early-stage discussions about potentially partnering with Intel and Samsung Electronics to manufacture the main processors used in its devices, according to a report citing people familiar with the matter.

The family of Lee Jae-yong has paid approximately 12 trillion won ($8.1 billion) in inheritance taxes over five years, representing the largest such payment in South Korean history.