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Memory manufacturer Kioxia reveals its entire NAND flash production volume for 2026 is already 'sold out'

And we're unlikely to see supply improve until 2027 at the earliest.

PC Gamer

The memory price hike crisis could get even worse, as US threatens 100% tariffs – this is how it could affect you

Consumers in the US now face an additional danger in terms of factors that could seriously hike the price of laptops and PCs.

TechRadar

"They can pay a 100% tariff, or they can build in America" — US Commerce Secretary issues warning to memory manufacturers as the global RAM crisis deepens

Following a groundbreaking ceremony at a new Micron memory manufacturing plant, US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick issued a fresh warning to other memory makers.

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Spraying kerosene over the DRAM inferno, US commerce secretary suggests memory chip makers could face 100% tariffs unless they commit to increased US production

2025 was full of tariff talk. Now it's 2026's turn.

PC Gamer

SK Hynix's unique way of chopping cells in two is a big step in making PLC flash memory chips viable and could offer a solution to ballooning SSD prices

Though we're still some way off from seeing the light at the end of the AI-induced tunnel.

PC Gamer

To meet 'tremendous and humongous demand' from AI customers, SK Hynix accelerates 2027 fab plans by three months, with an even fresher fab beginning wafer production next month

Good news…for somebody!

PC Gamer

SK hynix shows 16-Hi HBM4 memory for AI accelerators — 48 GB at 10 GT/s over a 2,048 interface

SK Hynix demonstrates 48 GB HBM4 memory with a 2,048-bit interface over at up to10 GT/s

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The AI explosion isn't just hurting the prices of computers and consoles – it's coming for TVs and audio tech too

Price rises could be coming for all AV tech, and budget sets may get hit hardest

TechRadar

In a bid to meet the memory supply crisis head on, SK Hynix announces it will invest nearly $13 billion into fresh AI packaging facility

But shortages still won't be alleviated any time soon.

PC Gamer

U.S. allows TSMC to import chipmaking equipment to its China fabs — Samsung, SK hynix likewise receive go signal from Commerce Department

The U.S. Department of Commerce didn't renew the validated end-user status of these chipmakers, requiring them to acquire annual licenses to import chipmaking tools containing U.S. tech into their Chinese fabs.

Tom’s Hardware

Chinese memory maker CXMT prepares $4.2 billion USD IPO to take advantage of tight memory market — company lays out path to profitability as DRAM demand skyrockets worldwide

Chinese memory maker CXMT prepares to file for IPO in Beijing, aiming to raise $4.2 billion USD in order to expand production and fund next-gen DRAM development.

Tom’s Hardware

US Quietly Greenlights Samsung and SK Hynix to Ship Chip Tools Into China — But There's a Catch

The US has approved annual licences for Samsung and SK Hynix to ship chipmaking tools to China in 2026 — replacing broad waivers with tighter controls.

International Business Times UK

U.S. grants Samsung and SK hynix 2026 licenses for chipmaking tool shipments to China — annual approvals replace dated waiver system

The U.S. government has approved annual export licenses allowing Samsung Electronics and SK hynix to ship chipmaking equipment to their manufacturing facilities in China throughout 2026.

Tom’s Hardware

RAM price crisis LIVE — all the latest updates on price surges, global memory shortage, expert advice and more

Here's everything you need to know about the ongoing RAM price crisis, along with the latest updates and our expert advice on current prices on phones, tablets, laptops and more.

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Intel-certified 256 GB DDR5 stick could cut Xeon memory power by 18%, saving millions of dollars — a 32W-per-socket reduction could save millions per hyperscale data center

SK hynix first to validate 32Gb-based 256GB DDR5 module with Intel: up to 32.4W power savings per server, or millions of dollars per hyperscale data center.

Windows Central

“No stock!” shouts Samsung — as it reportedly doubles the price of DDR5 RAM for suppliers

Samsung reportedly doubled DDR5 contract prices, which will lead to higher costs for consumers shopping for RAM.

TechRadar

Looking for a cheap SSD? Don't wait – Samsung could stop producing budget models soon

SSD price rises could hit budget drives hard, so buy now, don't wait – and there's more RAM misery in the cards too.

Tom’s Guide

MacBook and iPhone prices could rise in 2026, as Apple’s RAM supply advantage begins to fade

Apple devices like the iPhone or MacBook could be getting more expensive in 2026, as the company's DRAM chip agreements are rumored to expire.

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Why is RAM so expensive right now? It's way more complicated than you think

The global DRAM crunch explained: shortages, soaring prices, and what comes next.

International Business Times UK

Nvidia Supplier SK Hynix Eyes NYSE Listing to Accelerate AI Momentum

South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix is exploring a US listing to enhance its corporate valuation and better compete with US peers like Micron Technology.

Windows Central

What's going on with RAM? — Everything you need to know about surging prices, AI demand, and global tech market disruption

RAM prices have skyrocketed, and it doesn't seem like they're going to come down anytime soon. This could have lasting effects on the tech market as a whole, and it could last for years. I explain.

GamesRadar

Crucial could have been the brand to help consumers with RAM and storage costs, not make them worse

Micron is closing down the Crucial brand, but as someone who covers RAM and storage for a living, I don't think it had to be this way.

Operation Sports

Crucial Exits Consumer Market After 29 Years Amid AI-Driven Price Surge

The Crucial consumer line is all but done.

PC Gamer

Hot on the heels of Micron bailing out of the consumer RAM market, SK hynix is apparently committing over $500 billion to build four new memory fabs, with the first to be finished by 2027

No guesses as to what customer all this money is really for.

Operation Sports

Surging RAM Costs Put Pressure on PCs, Consoles, and the Next Wave of Games

RAM is quickly becoming a rare commodity in 2025, and moving to next year, prices won’t be coming down anytime soon. According to PCPartPicker’s pricing trend report, the average cost of a 32GB DDR5-6000MHz RAM kit is $350 right now (more than double compared to September 2025). The situation is…

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