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SK Hynix invests KRW15 trillion in new chip plant; China, US-based smartphones highlight satellite communication; Nikon increases investment in 3D printing

The observations of this issue’s Asia Enterprise include SK Hynix plans to invest KRW15 trillion (US$10.8 billion) to build a new factory in Cheongju, South Korea in five years. The company is boldly investing in the memory market during the downturn. Geely, Huawei, and Apple are all introducing innovative services of mobile communication combined with satellite communication. Nikon increases investment in 3D printing for metal, aerospace, and automotive applications.