SK Hynix Considers Intel as Supplier for Next-Gen HBM Base Dies

SK Hynix is reportedly diversifying its foundry supply chain for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) base dies to reduce reliance on TSMC. According to analyst Jukan, the company is considering Intel Foundry for the production of base dies for its seventh-generation HBM, known as HBM4E. Currently, SK Hynix relies exclusively on TSMC for this process. By introducing a multi-vendor strategy, SK Hynix aims to improve its bargaining power and cost competitiveness as production costs for HBM4E are expected to rise. Since HBM products are largely governed by long-term su