Samsung Electronics reported a record operating profit of 12.2 trillion Korean won in the third quarter, more than doubling from the previous quarter. This surge was primarily driven by increased demand for AI memory chips, such as High Bandwidth Memory (HBM), which are crucial for data centers and blockchain technologies. The chip division alone contributed 7.0 trillion won to the profit, with HBM sales reaching an all-time high. Overall, Samsung's revenue climbed to 86.1 trillion won, marking an 8.85% increase year-over-year and surpassing market forecasts. The strong performance underscores the growing importance of AI and blockchain technologies in driving semiconductor demand.