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Samsung's $400,000 payout for memory workers sparks revolt as other divisions get only $4,000, fueling intentional production slowdowns — internal resentment disrupts packaging operations, major AI chip project decisions to a complete halt

Samsung's $400,000 payouts to memory workers versus $4,000 for other divisions sparked internal revolt, causing production slowdowns and halting major AI chip project decisions. This internal disruption at a critical semiconductor supplier threatens AI chip production capacity during a period of high demand.

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