Lee Jae-yong

Lee Jae-yong

politician South Korea

Lee Jae-yong, also known as Jay Y. Lee, is the vice chairman and de facto leader of Samsung Electronics, one of the world's largest technology companies. He has played a critical role in the company's strategic direction, particularly in the semiconductor and electronics sectors. Recently, he emphasized the need for a 'do or die' mentality within Samsung to tackle the challenges posed by artificial intelligence in the industry, highlighting the urgent need for innovation and adaptation to remain competitive against rivals like Nvidia and SK Hynix.

Born on Aug 15, 1968 (57 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
130,502
Power
1,659$
Sentiment
5.59
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Vietnam 1 6.00 0.10% +0% 97,338,583 97,339 $340,000 340$
United Kingdom 1 5.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 33,164 $2,700,000 1,319$
Totals 2 165,224,594 130,503 $3,040,000 1,659$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Lee Jae-yong, the nephew of the Samsung Electronics chief, made headlines after reportedly failing a single question on the exam. 5

The Guardian: South Korea exam chief quits after complaints English test was too hard | South Korea

Bangladesh Bangladesh: Lee Jae-Yong is the chairman of Samsung Electronics and was part of the gathering enjoying food. 8

Prothom Alo: সিউলের ‘কানবু চিকেনে’ তিন ধনকুবেরের আড্ডা

United States United States: Lee Jae-yong, chairman of Samsung Electronics, joined Jensen Huang and Chung Eui-sun for a meal and paid the bill for everyone. 9

CNN: Billionaire leaders of Nvidia, Samsung Electronics, Hyundai went out for chicken, and paid for everyone’s meal

Japan Japan: Lee Jae-Yong, the chairman of Samsung Electronics, had his acquittal confirmed by the South Korean Supreme Court. 7

The Asahi Shimbun: サムスン電子会長の無罪確定 経営権継承巡る不正認めず 韓国最高裁:朝日新聞

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Lee Jae-yong has been cleared by South Korea's top court of fraud charges, concluding a years-long legal battle over his role in a 2015 merger deal. 7

BBC: Samsung boss Lee Jae-yong cleared of fraud by South Korea's top court