Memory Shortage | Microschool Dev

A global memory shortage has significantly impacted the availability and pricing of DRAM and NAND flash memory. Unlike previous chip shortages driven by pandemic-era disruptions, this scarcity is largely attributed to a strategic shift in semiconductor manufacturing. Foundries are prioritizing high-demand, high-margin components for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, such as advanced GPUs and AI accelerators, diverting capacity away from standard memory chips. This reallocation has led to price escalations and reduced supply for consumer electronics, PCs, and enterprise servers, prompting concerns about the accessibility of computing power beyond the AI boom. Media outlets have dubbed this phenomenon "RAMmageddon" or the "RAMpocalypse."