Samsung invests in Mistral AI, adopts its AI systems for chipmaking
( September 9, 2026, 04:57 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Samsung Electronics on Wednesday announced a strategic partnership with Mistral AI to enhance its semiconductor engineering and manufacturing capabilities using the French company’s artificial intelligence systems, while also taking an equity stake by leading a funding round. The South Korean chipmaker did not disclose the exact amount of what it called a strategic equity stake to support long-term technology collaboration, while Mistral separately said it raised €3 billion in the funding round. Samsung said Mistral’s powerful AI platform is expected to provide a unique stack of tools that will transform how semiconductors are designed and manufactured. The on-premises enterprise services will help ensure the security and flexibility required to process highly sensitive technologies and operational data entirely within the boundaries of Samsung’s semiconductor infrastructure, Samsung added.The statement is attached....
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