April 19, 2026 tech news: Global RAM Shortage May Last Until 2030.
Global RAM Shortage May Last Until 2030 Consumer electronics prices for phones, laptops, and VR headsets are rising as memory makers are expected to meet only 60% of demand by 2027. The shortage is driven by the prioritization of AI-specific HBM over standard RAM, with some industry leaders warning the crisis could persist until 2030. https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/914672/the-ram-shortage-could-last-years