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Korea's top court upholds Broadcom fine over Samsung's forced chip supply deal

Published

2 November 2026

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regulatory

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Semiconductors

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South Korea

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Fusion42 · 2 November 2026 · Fusion42 review

South Korea's Supreme Court has upheld a $13.8 million fine against Broadcom for forcing a chip supply deal with Samsung, reinforcing antitrust enforcement in the semiconductor sector.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face tighter regulatory scrutiny in South Korea's chip market as courts uphold fines for forced supply agreements. Review your supply contracts now or risk heavy penalties.

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