South Korea's AI chip boom drives 3,000% bonuses amid wealth inequality
South Korea's AI chip boom, led by Samsung and SK Hynix, has sparked a wealth surge, but only a small population benefits. Workers at SK Hynix received bonuses of nearly 3,000% this year, raising questions about equitable profit sharing. Calls for a 'citizen dividend' grow amidst concerns of widening inequality in the booming sector.
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Published 03 Jul 2026, 02:34 UTC · Updated 03 Jul 2026, 02:40 UTC
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