Kwak Noh-jung, chief executive officer of SK hynix Inc., has emphasized the critical role of South Korea’s semiconductor industry, saying “stakes are high” in the face of rapidly evolving artificial intelligence. “Reflecting on my time at Semicon Korea 2025, I’m reminded of the immense responsibility we carry as an industry,” Kwak wrote on his LinkedIn account Thursday. “As AI continues to evolve, it’s evident that the stakes are higher than ever.” The posting came after Kwak highlighted the “cr