Global Memory Chip Shortage Driven by AI Demand Expected to Continue Beyond 2026

The global memory-chip shortage, driven by high demand from artificial intelligence companies, is expected to persist beyond 2026. This surge in demand for high-bandwidth memory is limiting supply for conventional uses like smartphones and PCs, leading to rising prices and potential delays in consumer electronics and automotive production. Major manufacturers such as Micron, Samsung, and SK Hynix are expanding capacity to address the shortage, but industry experts describe the current situation as unprecedented.