Samsung Electronics announced the death of co-CEO Han Jong-hee at 61 due to a heart attack. Han, who started at Samsung in 1988, played a pivotal role in elevating Samsung TVs to global acclaim and became co-CEO in 2022. Following his death, Jun Young-hyun, recently appointed co-CEO, will assume sole leadership. The company is experiencing difficulties in its memory chip sector and competition in AI chips, raising concerns about its technological competitiveness and the challenges anticipated in 2025 as communicated to shareholders.
Han Jong-hee, a key figure in Samsung's success in the global TV market, died of a heart attack, leaving Jun Young-hyun as the sole CEO.
Under Han's leadership, Samsung's television division reached the peak of the global market, establishing a foundation that will be difficult to maintain.
The company faces significant challenges ahead, particularly in its memory-chip business and competition in the AI chip market with rivals like SK Hynix and TSMC.
Following Han's passing, Samsung executives conveyed concerns to investors about the upcoming years, particularly 2025, expected to be difficult for the company.
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