# Samsung Vice President Shawn (Seung Hoon) Han is joining Intel next month.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-16 · The Oregonian*

## Key points

- Samsung's VP Shawn Han will join Intel as VP and GM of foundry services next month.
- Han's move may indicate Intel is nearing acquisition of significant foundry clients after years of effort.
- Intel will have a role in Elon Musk’s 'Terafab' project, though specifics remain undisclosed.
- Intel’s stock price topped $60 for the first time in five years, reflecting renewed investor optimism.

**Companies:** Intel, Samsung
**Countries:** South Korea, United States

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