South Korean AI Chip Titans Rebellions and SAPEON to Merge

In a strategic move set to shake up the AI semiconductor landscape, South Korean startups Rebellions Inc. and SAPEON Korea have announced a definitive merger agreement.

• Merger Details: Rebellions and SAPEON Korea have agreed to merge with an equity value ratio of 2.4:1. SAPEON Korea will be the surviving entity post-merger, while Rebellions’ current leadership will steer the newly formed company.

• New Company Name and Leadership: The combined entity will retain the Rebellions name, led by Rebellions’ CEO, Park Sung-hyun.

• Strategic Vision: The merger aims to boost South Korea’s leadership in AI chip technology and enhance global competitiveness. Park Sung-hyun and Ryu Young-sang (CEO of SKT) both emphasize the goal of becoming a dominant force in the AI chip market.

This merger marks a pivotal moment in South Korea’s tech industry, aiming to extend its semiconductor prowess from memory to AI logic chips.