Tech
Court denies motion to dismiss DRAM price fixing case
Publication: Hacker News: Best
Author: ybathaee
Source published: 15/11/2026, 01:18:36 UTC
Briefing created: 15/11/2026, 22:35:50 UTC
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Briefings
A court in the United States denied a motion to dismiss a lawsuit against Samsung, SK Hynix, Micron, and DRAM manufacturers, allowing the case to proceed. The plaintiffs alleged a conspiracy to fix prices for DRAM memory chips, a critical component for electronics. This ruling occurred on November 15, 2026, and the case is currently in the early stages of discovery.
Key points
- A US court denied a motion to dismiss a lawsuit against Samsung, SK Hynix, Micron, and DRAM manufacturers, allowing the case to proceed.
- The plaintiffs alleged a conspiracy to fix prices for DRAM memory chips, a critical component for electronics.
Context
This ruling is significant for the ongoing antitrust litigation regarding DRAM prices, which are crucial for the electronics industry. The case involves major tech companies and is part of a broader legal battle over market competition.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to a single article from November 2026. The specific outcome of the discovery phase and the full scope of the conspiracy allegations are not detailed in the provided source.
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